The Learning Scientists Podcast
Episode 86: EdTech and AI with Jared Cooney Horvath (Recorded Live from ResearchED)
Nov 7, 2024
Jared Cooney Horvath, a neuroscientist and author, shares his insights on technology’s impact on learning. He delves into the challenges posed by multitasking, arguing that it hampers educational outcomes. Horvath critiques the blind faith in AI to solve educational challenges, advocating for a balanced approach in integrating technology. He explores the evolution of human-tool interaction, urging a reflection on how modern tools influence our cognition and creativity, especially in children.
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Quick takeaways
- Excessive use of digital technology in education correlates with decreased academic performance, highlighting the need for a reassessment of its role in learning.
- The introduction of AI in education raises concerns about dependency on technology, potentially redefining traditional learning objectives and methods in classrooms.
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The Dangers of Technology in Learning
Digital technology has been shown to have a detrimental effect on learning outcomes according to decades of research. Studies from organizations like OECD and J-PAL indicate that high frequency use of computers in educational settings correlates with decreased academic performance in K-12 grades and test scores. Further, research involving 300,000 primary school children revealed that even limited use of digital devices can negatively affect reading and comprehension scores. This data suggests a pressing need to reassess the role of technology in education before further integration into classrooms.
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