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On cell phone bans in the classroom: "'I take the opposite stance here, because I think that banning cell phones is, at best, a missed opportunity, and at worst, maybe not worse, but one of the more harmful results that I can predict is that it will actually produce a group of kids who aren’t prepared to be productive in society,' said Bill Salak, CTO of Brainly, an online education platform." Devices can provide a host of meaningful learning support to students seeking understanding, giving accurate and instant explanations across all different academic subjects. According to a Pew study cited in this article, 70% of students ages 13-17 agree 💪 Read on for Brainly CTO/COO Bill Salak’s contribution today on The Hill: https://lnkd.in/eZ3kkH4w #edtech #educationtechnology #artificialintelligence #AI #EdPolicy

We are incredibly privileged to have some amazing talents at Brainly. We're proud to share that Mateusz Trojak, our Senior Manager, Production Infrastructure recently attended the IT Manager of Tomorrow 2024 conference, Europe's largest event for IT managers. Also, he was one of the 10 finalists in the ITMT Awards 2024. Mateusz's presentation showcased how Platform Engineering supports business operations in everyday work. Here are a few photos from this inspiring event. Congrats Mateusz! 👏

Thanks to Instructure for crowning Brainly a Top Study Tool in the 2024 EdTech Top 40, highlighting K-12 EdTech engagement during the 2023-24 school year! 🏆 This report calls for EdTech leaders to develop AI solutions that are backed by robust research and proven to improve educational outcomes. Brainly proudly provides millions of users with AI-powered tools backed by years of technology-driven research that puts Learners first. Full report: https://lnkd.in/eCbycGkw #EdTech #AI #ArtificialIntelligence

The need for AI literacy is real. It’s high time we teach our students the constructive use of AI, such as time and work management. Brainly’s Test Prep, an AI-driven tool, develops much needed skills and bolsters overall understanding of AI use. Our new feature uses AI to generate personalized study experiences, boosting confidence and reducing anxiety. Thanks Bryan Robinson and Forbes for including Brainly in “6 Strategies To Alleviate Employees’ Fears Of AI In 2024.” https://lnkd.in/eNz5BF4v #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #AIforEducation #EdTech

Brainly unfalteringly supports the #LGBTQIA community, many of whom use our platform when they’re stuck on homework 🤗 But help extends far beyond homework and studying! Here are a few ways that PRISM, Brainly’s LGBTQIA Employee Resource Group, recommends to support students in this amazing community in your school: https://lnkd.in/eh_Y73UN #pride #pridemonth2024 #pridemonth

“There may even be other benefits to letting AI take the strain: in a poll of 15,000 American high school students, conducted by AI-powered educational platform Brainly, 76% said the tech could decrease exam-related stress, while 73% said it could make them more confident in class.” Excerpt from Financial Times article “Educators warn AI must be a teaching — not a cheating — aid” https://lnkd.in/eF4V-2K5 Read Brainly’s full report: “75% of Students Want More Mental Health Support in School” https://lnkd.in/dBjFsUAb #artificialintelligence #ai #edtech

“With Brainly Test Prep, my students have a much more positive attitude going into the test.” - Heather Haas, high-school teacher in Indiana 📣 With the support of Brainly's AI-powered tools, you can simplify or expand answers on Brainly based on your needs, ask the AI tutor for an instant, customized answer, and get instant study plans with Test Prep. As the AI Learning Companion™, Brainly can provide students with more personalized academic help. Read more about the Test Prep, Brainly’s newest AI-powered product: https://lnkd.in/e7a2i5Zb #artificialintelligence #AI #education #edtech

Brainly is joining the EDSAFE AI Alliance Industry Council and we couldn’t be more thrilled to help shape the future of AI in education 🤝 "EDSAFE AI's commitment to developing a better AI-powered education ecosystem aligns with Brainly's vision to give every student in the world access to personalized learning, which is why we're proud to join their alliance. Many of the revolutionary applications of AI are yet to materialize, and as we work towards making it happen, we believe that fostering such collaboration will be critical for innovation that results in safe, accessible, and transformative AI-powered learning outcomes for students." - Bill Salak, Brainly COO/CTO The EDSAFE AI Industry Council is made up of 60 leading education and technology companies of all sizes committed to ensuring artificial intelligence and related technologies – in their own companies’ solutions and across the education landscape – are safe, accountable, fair, and effective (SAFE) and who adhere to the SIIA AI Principles. https://lnkd.in/ggtdVPze #artificialintelligence #ai #aisafety #edtech

AI is here to revolutionize the way students learn. But will schools catch up? “For the past 100 years, we have emphasized fundamental skills such as math, reading, and writing in schools, recognizing their importance in preparing young students to become productive, successful adults who contribute to society. Given the current societal and workplace changes, we should now include AI literacy in this list.” In his interview with Raymond Ravaglia of Forbes, Brainly CTO/COO Bill Salak explains how the rapidly evolving landscape of #AI is helpful, if not essential, for learners in and beyond the classroom. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ebjfSGq9 #artificialintelligence #edtech #education

Every year, Brainly users celebrate #TeacherAppreciationWeek by shouting out the teachers, tutors, coaches, counselors, and other educators who went above and beyond for their education during the school year. This year's no exception: Brainly Educator of the Year 2024 is live, with $1,000s in prizes on the line from DonorsChoose, Nintendo and more. And stay tuned for a special award for an educator who made a difference using AI in the classroom this year! Hear from a few past winners in this video, and head on over to see who's up for the title this year: https://lnkd.in/epnYnZn #teacherappreciation #thankateacher #teachers #teachersoflinkedin