Presenter(s): Adheesh Budree & Gabriel Daniel Hoffman  

In an era characterised by rapid technological advancements and evolving educational paradigms, integrating AI in education emerges as a domain of immense potential and significant complexity. This research explores the transformative potential of AI in enhancing learning experiences within the Southern African educational context by investigating how AI can be e ectively utilised to cater to diverse learning styles and preferences, aligning with the strategic objectives of South Africa's National Development Plan (NDP) and addressing the demands of the 5th Industrial Revolution. 

This presentation provides an overview of findings from a study which examined how AI can be harnessed to create inclusive, e ective and engaging learning environments, assessing the current state of AI integration in Southern African education. It aimed to evaluate AI's e icacy in accommodating diverse learning styles and explore its broader implications in the education sector, including understanding the cultural sensitivity and contextual relevance of AI applications and ensuring that AI tools are aligned with learners' diverse backgrounds and needs. The research intends to o er actionable recommendations for policy and practice aimed at optimising the use of AI to enhance educational outcomes in South Africa. These recommendations address the need for ethical governance, infrastructural development and the continuous professional development of educators to e ectively leverage AI in their teaching methodologies.  

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