Learning Engineering Virtual Institute

New: AI for Math Fund from Renaissance Philanthropy and XTX Markets!

Great to see #LEVImath partners representing “Accelerating AI for Good” — an exposition of the positive impact that artificial intelligence can have upon the world to accelerate change at scale — at Penn State University's Global Impact Forum #tgifPHL2024.

The Tools Competition is still open and accepting abstracts until Oct 25th! There are plenty of ways to get support before submitting your abstract. Competition organizers have published resources to support developing compelling abstracts, including tips for writing, more information on competitive priorities, and case studies of past winners. Check out resources here:?https://lnkd.in/evzDScJV.

Submit your #edtech ideas to the 2025 Tools Competition by October 25!

Can #chatbots help students navigate challenging emotional thoughts and feelings about their self-worth? Yes, it turns out, they can. The programmers behind Rori, the free chatbot deployed via WhatsApp to students in several countries in Africa and in Rising Academy Network schools, have trained Rori to use supportive language focused on students’ social and emotional well-being when they encounter learning roadblocks. Check out the full piece on The Cutting Ed:? https://lnkd.in/ex_fdN4d #LEVImath

In this new piece, learn about how #LEVImath team Carnegie Mellon University’s? intervention is helping students with math anxiety to improve their learning. PLUS - Personalized Learning Squared uses a combination of live tutors and an AI-powered learning platform to personalize math instruction. Read the article on the Learning Engineering Virtual Institute website: https://lnkd.in/ejwaW4T9

Did you know? #LEVImath partners Steve Ritter and Kristen Eignor DiCerbo helped work on a recent U.S. Department of Education guide on how to integrate #AI into education. Check it out:

Getting Smart featured Rori, a chatbot from #LEVImath team Rising Academy Network. Chatbots like Rori are delivering math instruction to kids who need it the most, while also helping them develop skills like perseverance and maintaining a positive, growth mindset. Getting Smart writes: "Rori mimics the skills and empathy exhibited by good teachers. Here’s one example of a real-life exchange between a student and Rori: Rori:?Have you ever said something like “I’m not a math person,” or “I’m not naturally smart like someone else”? Student: Yes, a couple of times. Rori:?It’s great that you are being honest about your feelings. Saying those things can hold us back from our potential. Do you know what a “Growth Mindset” is? Student:?No but earlier u made me understand that it’s about believing in myself. Rori: Yes, believing in yourself is a big part of having a growth mindset. Just like muscles get stronger with exercise, your brain gets stronger with practice. Do you want to make your brain stronger? Student: Yes, I’d like that. Rori: That’s great! Can you choose a math topic you find difficult? Student: For a start, simultaneous equations. Rori:?That’s a good choice! Remember, with a growth mindset you can improve at solving simultaneous equations through practice and effort. Don’t give up! Shall we get started?" Shabnam Aggarwal Owen Henkel Hannah Horne-Robinson

This article summarizes the findings of a recent study by Zachary Levonian of the Digital Harbor Foundation and Owen Henkel of the University of Oxford and #LEVImath team Rising Academy Network. The paper explores how #LLMs can be integrated into Intelligent Tutoring Systems safely while also enhancing students’ personalized learning experiences. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gbAGgejp

What does the future of K-12 education look like to you? Renaissance Philanthropy is calling on visionaries from across the education and innovation sectors to help guide future funding opportunities at the intersection of advanced technology and educational need. Share your ideas for harnessing emerging technologies like AI, NLP, and ML to boost student outcomes and help drive bolder steps toward educational transformation. Read the Request for Information and respond by August 16: https://lnkd.in/gNmK_9wh.