I Write with GPT... You Should Too!

As the principal of Fairview International School, I've always been passionate about embracing new technologies that enhance education. Recently, I started using GPT to assist in my writing tasks. Some might raise an eyebrow—why would an educator rely on artificial intelligence to write? My answer is simple: AI is here to stay, and leveraging it makes me faster and better at my job.

The world is changing rapidly. According to the World Economic Forum, by 2025, 85 million jobs may be displaced due to automation, but 97 million new roles may emerge. This shift isn't something we can ignore. In fact, 77% of educators believe AI will be extremely important to the future of education (Promethean). If we, as educators, don't adapt, we risk becoming obsolete.

When I first integrated GPT into my workflow, it wasn't about replacing human touch but enhancing it. AI helps me draft communications more efficiently, allowing me more time to focus on students and staff. This isn't just my experience—96% of schools using AI tools report that it has saved teachers time (Promethean).

We need to prepare our students for a future where AI is commonplace. That means teaching them not just to use these tools but to use them ethically and effectively. After all, 76% of educators say AI is important for providing personalized learning experiences (Promethean). By incorporating AI into our classrooms, we can offer tailored support that meets each student's unique needs.

Moreover, the business world is already on board. A staggering 80% of business leaders believe AI will enhance worker performance and efficiency (PwC). If industries are evolving, our education system must evolve alongside them. By 2030, AI could contribute up to $15.7 trillion to the global economy (PwC). Our students deserve to be part of that future.

I encourage my fellow educators and educational leaders to embrace AI, not shy away from it. Its not cheating, its staying relevant and effective. We don't still do complex math on paper do we? We use googlesheets or excell nowadays. Thats not cheating, its being effective. Start small—perhaps use AI to help plan lessons or provide additional resources for students. Remember, 61% of workers believe AI will have a positive impact on their work in the next five years (Salesforce). Let's ensure that optimism extends to education.

In closing, writing with GPT isn't about taking shortcuts; it's about staying relevant in a rapidly advancing world. Let's equip ourselves and our students with the tools needed to thrive. After all, if we don't adapt, we might just be writing ourselves out of the future.

Works Cited:

• PwC. "AI Predictions 2021." PwC, 2021.
• World Economic Forum. "The Future of Jobs Report 2020." WEF, Oct. 2020.
• Promethean. "The State of Technology in Education 2021/22." Promethean, 2022.
• Salesforce. "New Data Shows AI Is Transforming How We Work." Salesforce, 2023.
• PwC. "Sizing the prize: What's the real value of AI for your business and how can you capitalise?" PwC, 2017.