Generative AI and the Futures of Education: Navigating Uncertainty with Anticipatory Thinking

The world we are living in today is defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). The rate of change is accelerating, making it increasingly challenging to anticipate radical shifts and surprises. Methods such as Forecasting do not help to anticipate sources of discontinuity and disruption. Instead anticipatory, Futures Thinking (foresight) models are required, to integrate imaginative, systems thinking not only build adaptive organizations, but also to shape preferred futures.

The aim of the proposed workshop exercise is to better prepare for and respond to the future impact of generative AI in Education. This will help a small group of participants to use anticipatory thinking to locate current developments in AI and Education within an expanded time horizon. The workshop will involve exercises to enable the participants to develop 'future literacies', to imagine and engage creatively with uncertain drivers of educational change.

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND

• Professional Development: This workshop has been designed for education leadership, policymakers, educators to gain the strategic foresight skills needed for to navigate and shape the future influenced by generative AI in education. The workshop will equip you with the skills to anticipate emerging trends and harness these foresights to lead with confidence and creativity.
• Expand Your Professional Network: Engage with a diverse community of forward-thinkers and leaders in the field of education and futures thinking. This workshop provides a unique platform to connect with experts and peers who are at the cutting edge of education and technology.
• Expand Your Horizons: Explore emergent trends, weak signals and wild cards that might amplify the transformative power of generative AI in education. Uncover the changes that might shape the future of education and learn how to leverage these insights to lead and innovate in your institute.
• Reflect and Share: Seize the opportunity to voice your ideas and express your concerns about the future impact of generative AI on education. Engage in thoughtful discussions with peers and experts, sharing perspectives and strategies to navigate the challenges and opportunities AI presents.