Discussion on AI's Application in Learning and Assessment in Africa
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- The Tanzanian government is promoting the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency and productivity in the workplace.
- Dr. Hussein Mohammed Omari, Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, stated that AI is not intended to replace human workers.
- He emphasized that acquiring skills to use AI effectively can lead to greater employment opportunities in the evolving labor market.
- These remarks were made during the closing of the 42nd meeting of the Association for Educational Assessment in Africa (AEAA).
- Dr. Omari noted that the rapid development of AI and digital technologies is changing the nature of work, making technological skills increasingly important.