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Parents See AI as Crucial for Children’s Future
A new survey from Samsung Solve for Tomorrow about the role of artificial intelligence in education.
Date of writing
October 17, 2024
Time of reading
2 minutes
A new survey from Samsung Solve for Tomorrow reveals that while parents are increasingly optimistic about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, significant gaps remain in integrating AI into school curriculums, as stated in eSchool News. Conducted by Morning Consult, the survey highlights the growing importance of AI literacy, with 88% of parents agreeing that AI knowledge will be essential for their children's academic success and future careers.
Parents of Gen Alpha and Gen Z students view AI as a powerful tool for enhancing education. Around 69% are optimistic about AI’s potential, especially in helping with content creation, personalized learning, and real-world simulations. Yet, 81% of parents feel unsure or believe that AI is not currently part of their children’s education, signaling a need for greater parental involvement and transparency.
AI tools that assist teachers and students—such as educational games, virtual assistants, and content creation platforms—are becoming more popular. Among students, there is growing enthusiasm for specific AI technologies like Generative AI, robotics, and computer vision. However, only 19% of parents report that AI is already incorporated in their child’s curriculum, underscoring the uneven adoption across schools.
Although parents are generally optimistic about AI, they are also aware of its risks. Concerns include the potential for decreased human interaction (56%), overreliance on AI that might hinder critical thinking (48%), and misuse of AI for cheating (48%). To address these risks, 84% of parents stress the importance of teaching AI ethics alongside technical skills. Additionally, 91% believe they should be fully informed about AI’s role in education, while 70% emphasize the need for clear guidelines on AI usage in schools.
Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow competition illustrates AI’s transformative potential in education. The program encourages students to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems using AI. Recent projects include a mobility-enhancing app for the visually impaired, a wildlife detection system to prevent collisions, and a robot that helps preserve endangered languages.
The findings from the survey underscore the importance of equipping students, teachers, and parents with the tools and knowledge to navigate AI’s growing impact in education.
Parents of Gen Alpha and Gen Z students view AI as a powerful tool for enhancing education. Around 69% are optimistic about AI’s potential, especially in helping with content creation, personalized learning, and real-world simulations. Yet, 81% of parents feel unsure or believe that AI is not currently part of their children’s education, signaling a need for greater parental involvement and transparency.
AI tools that assist teachers and students—such as educational games, virtual assistants, and content creation platforms—are becoming more popular. Among students, there is growing enthusiasm for specific AI technologies like Generative AI, robotics, and computer vision. However, only 19% of parents report that AI is already incorporated in their child’s curriculum, underscoring the uneven adoption across schools.
Although parents are generally optimistic about AI, they are also aware of its risks. Concerns include the potential for decreased human interaction (56%), overreliance on AI that might hinder critical thinking (48%), and misuse of AI for cheating (48%). To address these risks, 84% of parents stress the importance of teaching AI ethics alongside technical skills. Additionally, 91% believe they should be fully informed about AI’s role in education, while 70% emphasize the need for clear guidelines on AI usage in schools.
Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow competition illustrates AI’s transformative potential in education. The program encourages students to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems using AI. Recent projects include a mobility-enhancing app for the visually impaired, a wildlife detection system to prevent collisions, and a robot that helps preserve endangered languages.
The findings from the survey underscore the importance of equipping students, teachers, and parents with the tools and knowledge to navigate AI’s growing impact in education.