AI application within the educational sector

Summary:

Aiming to integrate AI into education with a student-focused and forward-thinking approach, The York School has progressed from no management of student AI use to overseeing over 3,800 AI interactions driven by both students and teachers, enhancing personalized learning.

Client: 

The York School (TYS), a leading independent school in Toronto, Ontario, was established in 1965. In 2019, TYS had a total enrollment of 745 students.

Problem Statement: 

The York School (TYS) encountered a challenge typical of many large educational institutions: delivering personalized learning experiences to students across various disciplines. To enhance educational outcomes, TYS sought to customize content delivery according to individual learning styles and needs. To address concerns related to AI, TYS established policies and conducted professional development sessions.

Results: 

• 3876 AI tutoring session conducted.
• 186 AI tutors created.
• 508 students and teachers added.
• Increased student engagement and improved academic performance.

AI Solution Overview:

The York School (TYS) implemented an AI platform called Flint to facilitate personalized learning for every student. With Flint, teachers can create AI-based assignments and refine them until they work as intended. Teachers also have access to students’ AI interactions, ensuring oversight and a record of student learning. Additionally, TYS utilizes Flint’s assessment and feedback features, providing students with immediate qualitative and quantitative feedback, which significantly boosts engagement.

References: 

1. How The York School used Flint to embrace student-centered AI use. https://www.flintk12.com/blog/the-york-school-case-study

Industry: Educational Services

Vendor: Flint

Client: The York School (TYS)

Publication Date: 2023