AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and Academics 346: Learning and teaching transformed by AI: the Future of Higher Education with Dave Treat, Pearson CTO
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Jul 28, 2025 Dave Treat, Chief Technology Officer of Pearson, discusses the transformation of education through technology. He delves into how AI study tools are revolutionizing learning by providing support right when students need it. The conversation touches on the challenges of student motivation and mental health, and how AI can create personalized experiences. Treat also critiques the outdated 'slingshot model' of education, advocating for lifelong learning and immersive, 3D digital experiences that enhance engagement and understanding.
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Emotional Impact of Learning Success
- Dave Treat shared a moving experience about a person passing their GED exam against tough odds.
- The emotional impact highlights the real-life importance of Pearson's mission to change lives through learning.
AI Meets Students in Real-Time
- AI study tools meet students when they study, even late at night, providing tailored support.
- This personalized help reshapes when and how students engage with learning content for better outcomes.
Moving Beyond the Slingshot Model
- The old slingshot education model is broken, irrelevant for today's careers.
- Skill mapping and guided lifelong learning must replace it to align learning with evolving job demands.