Artificial Intelligence is transforming education, turning classrooms into dynamic, personalized learning environments that foster engagement and empower students with innovative tools for success. EHL's AI Learning Assistant exemplifies this by providing 24/7 personalized support to enhance engagement, independent study, and learning outcomes.
The AI Learning Assistant, powered by ChatGPT, is an innovative, course-specific tool designed to elevate student learning through personalized, on-demand academic support. Functioning as a 24/7 smart tutor, it responds to course-related queries, reinforces pedagogical strategies such as retrieval practice, and adapts to individual learning needs. Accessible via desktop or the ChatGPT app on smartphones, the assistant offers flexible learning opportunities. By integrating course-specific content and instructions, it enhances independent study, ensures alignment with the curriculum, and supports diverse learning styles. Initially piloted in a small class setting, this pioneering approach has demonstrated its potential to improve student outcomes and deliver instant, impactful feedback.
Presented by René-Ojas Woltering , PhD
Objective: Enhance student engagement and foster independent study through the provision of personalized, round-the-clock AI-powered support.
Context: Launched at EHL during the Spring 2024 term, the AI Learning Assistant was introduced in courses emphasizing theoretical content and foundational quantitative problems.
Duration: Piloted for one semester to evaluate its effectiveness within a controlled class setting.
Applicability: Designed to support student learning across all class sizes, this tool is particularly valuable for enhancing independent study in both large-scale lectures and smaller, focused courses.
“Very good, thank you for it”
“Great to review misunderstandings on course material”
Overall experience with the AI assistant
Impact on learning
Lifelong learning