AI Students Enroll at Michigan University to Explore Impact of Technology on Education
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AI-powered "students" named Ann and Fry will enroll in classes at Ferris State University in Michigan. They will listen to lectures, work on assignments, and participate in discussions.
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The goal is for the university to explore the impact of AI technology and connect students with career pathways in AI fields.
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Ann and Fry will decide which undergrad degree to pursue and potentially complete graduate degrees. The AI students will interact via computer systems with microphones and speakers.
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Researchers will analyze the data to understand what the AI students learned and what the university learned from them.
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It's uncertain whether Ann and Fry's credentials will be enough to get a job after completing their degrees.