The Role of AI in Educational Transformation in the Digital Era of the 21st Century

Rahmattulah

Authors

Rahmattulah Universitas PGRI Palembang Author

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, Education, Literature Study, Digital Literacy, Learning Transformation

Abstract

The rapid advancement of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), has brought about significant transformations in various aspects of human life, including education. The main objective of AI development is to assist and simplify human work rather than replace it. In the context of education, AI plays a crucial role in enhancing learning effectiveness, personalizing learning content, and improving educational management. However, the success of AI implementation greatly depends on teachers’ readiness, the adequacy of infrastructure, and the community’s level of digital literacy. This research utilizes a qualitative approach based on a literature review, drawing on secondary data from sources like books, scholarly articles, national and international journals, and current research on AI integration education. The findings indicate that integrating AI into education offers numerous benefits, including facilitating personalized learning, improving teaching efficiency, promoting inclusivity, and preparing the younger generation to face the demands of the digital era and the Society 5.0 age. Moreover, AI enables adaptive learning, assists educators in assessment, and fosters the development of 21st-century competencies such as critical thinking, creativity, and digital literacy among students.

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