This Week in NoCode + AI How AI is Changing The Education System with Dean of AI
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Jun 1, 2025 Ben Tasker, Dean of AI at Southern New Hampshire University, shares insights on the intersection of AI and education. He highlights his journey from healthcare to academia and emphasizes the critical need for continuous upskilling in an evolving job market. Ben discusses how AI personalizes learning experiences, enhances accessibility, and creates new career opportunities. He also explores the collaboration between educational institutions and industries, advocating for a culture of lifelong learning to prepare for future challenges.
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Ben's Upskilling Journey
- Ben Tasker transitioned from healthcare administration to AI by upskilling with data science and coding skills.
- He used his background to solve real-world problems, eventually leading to a career in academia focused on AI in education.
AI for Education and Public Health
- Ben applied data modeling to improve community college student success and later to a public health cancer screening campaign.
- These roles showed the impact AI and data science can have on education and healthcare outreach.
Applied AI and Micro-Learning
- AI in education should focus on applied AI intersecting with many disciplines rather than purely technical AI.
- Micro-credential and micro-learning approaches are key to focusing on skill acquisition over traditional degrees.