Updates in the World of AI
Authors: Samantha Goldman; info@ciddl.org
It seems we hear about a new iteration of ChatGPT or some other AI-related update every other day, if not more frequently. In this blog post, we will highlight a few interesting and exciting things that are available and on the horizon.
Microsoft’s Copilot AI
Microsoft’s AI, Copilot, is being integrated into every aspect of the Microsoft suite. According to the website, CoPilot can track discussions, suggest action items, take written content and turn it into slides, and analyze data from which it can create visualizations and trackers. More specifically, Copilot can draft, edit, and summarize documents and help manage your inbox. While Copilot is not free, Microsoft has launched a subscription plan as an add-on to their Microsoft 365 plans.
Outside of the Microsoft Suite, Copilot is leaving its mark on the Windows operating system. According to the website, the AI integration in the operating system can organize your windows, generate images, find relevant facts, and even detect what apps are safe to download. Finally, there has been a huge change in the world of keyboards. Windows is adding a dedicated Copilot key on its devices to further its use.
Rabbit R1
Moving out of updating what we have and moving into a completely new space is Rabbit R1. Rather than taking an existing operating system, such as your phone, and upgrading it to work more efficiently with AI, the Rabbit creators developed an entirely new device, according to The AI Breakdown. Its tagline is “a personalized operating system through a natural language interface.” The device uses a “Large Action Model” with the idea that it will truly integrate all the aspects of your life and streamline them.
Gemini
Gemini AI, formally known as Bard, is an advanced language model developed by Google’s OpenAI with natural conversation abilities, real-time response to situations, knowledge-based learning, and problem-solving skills. Gemini’s advanced capabilities include improving legibility, analyzing files, speaking multiple languages, and allowing collaboration. Additionally, prompts can be entered using text, voice, or image and can speak its responses, which embraces the variability of users and their needs.
Implications for Teacher and Personnel Preparation
While there are so many applications for AI in teacher and personnel preparation, the ability of these tools to seamlessly integrate into and streamline the lives of teachers, related service personnel, and teacher educators cannot be overlooked. With the ability to minimize the number of steps to complete a task and to help manage and accomplish list items, the helpful and useful AI personal assistant is becoming a reality.
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