Reimagining Education for Generation Alpha and Z: Is Artificial Intelligence the Teacher of the Future? The Case of Albania
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15195799Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Digital Education, Alpha and Z Generation, Virtual Tutors, Teaching PersonalizationAbstract
The article examines the impact of AI on the education Alpha and Z. Literature provides insights into the benefits of AI usage, including VT, automation of learning processes, as well as the challenges it presents. One of it is the role of the teacher, accompanied by other issues such as technology dependency, privacy, and online security. AI can assist in personalizing learning and optimizing teaching, but the role of the teacher remains indispensable in the development of critical and social skills. The effective use of AI requires teacher training, the development of integrated curricula, and ensuring equal access to technology.References
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