Education and artificial intelligence in Lebanon: observational analysis of workshops
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Artificial intelligence, education, teacher training, digital competence, workshops
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries and redefining the future of work and daily life. In the educational context, AI is revolutionizing learning by allowing personalized experiences, automating administrative tasks, and offering data-driven insights based on student performance, behaviours, and engagement to support student success. This article provides a detailed analysis of six workshops centered on artificial intelligence (AI) and the training of future teachers in Lebanon. Conducted as a participant observation study, it investigates the goals, teaching methods, and outcomes of these workshops, evaluating their potential to shape education in Lebanon. The article explores the role of AI in education, emphasizing the necessity of equipping future teachers with the skills to use AI tools to optimize students’ performance and introduce innovative strategies to enhance the learning experience. The findings highlight a growing awareness of the importance of AI integration in educational practices. However, the study also uncovers significant challenges, such as difficulties in implementing AI within existing educational frameworks and the scalability of these technologies across different schools and regions. Despite these obstacles, the article underscores the critical role of AI in transforming education and the need for strategic efforts to address the implementation barriers to ensure broader adoption and long-term success in the sector.
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