David Game College, a private school in London that costs about $35,000 a year, opens its new teacherless program for 20 students later this month. The students will learn using a mixture of artificial intelligence on their computers and virtual reality headsets. The platforms learn what the student excels in and what they need more help with and then adapts their lesson plan.
"Ultimately, if you want to know exactly why a child is not learning, I think the AI systems can pinpoint that more effectively," explained co-principal John Dalton. "A teacher doesn't really know your flaws because he has so many students," said Joseph, a student at the school. “The AI will figure out your flaws and help you improve," he continued. The students are not just left to fend for themselves in the classroom; three "learning coaches" will be present to monitor behavior and give support.
However, handing over children's education to AI is controversial. Chris McGovern, a retired teacher, says that although AI has a role in the classroom, this takes it too far.
Source: Sky News