Prof. Yanis Ben Amor - Executive Director, Center for Sustainable Development at the Climate School & Assistant Professor, Columbia University

Professor Yanis Ben Amor discusses an educational report focusing on using AI to reduce inequality in education across four countries: Brazil, Kenya, Greece, and India. The report identifies infrastructure, digital literacy, and language barriers as major issues. Adaptability is highlighted as a crucial skill for the next generation. The ethical risks associated with AI are emphasized, including data privacy concerns. The discussion covers the gap between AI policy ambition and implementation, stressing the importance of involving end-users like teachers, students, and parents. Professor Yanis highlights the speed of AI evolution and the need for constant learning. The report showcases the ingenuity in developing AI tools that require minimal infrastructure, such as in Brazil. Future plans include a webinar or roundtable to share best practices in AI education.