Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming education. Researchers and educators are concerned how to prepare future-ready learners by advocating responsible, ethical and critical use of AI for teaching and learning without the erosion of critical skills from the learners. Now is a salient opportunity for us to think: what and how to teach/learn in an era of AI? In this issue of SingTeach, education researchers and practitioners share their views and experiences in using AI for teaching and learning from different perspectives. AI literacy has become a hot topic in today’s educational discour ..read more

At the forefront of technological innovation lies Artificial Intelligence (AI) where it revolutionizes various facets of society including education. The recent development of AI technologies pave the way for future learning where AI is not just a tool but a seamless extension of human’s capabilities. Although not novel, the idea of human-machine synergy is constantly developing. The guest editor of this issue of SingTeach NIE Associate Professor Chen Wenli sheds some light on the profound impact of AI on education while also addressing common challenges and concerns in AI for Education (AIED ..read more

The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its gradual integration into the classroom has reshaped the traditional classroom experience. Rosyth School, one of the schools known for its innovative approach in Singapore’s education sector, has implemented the AI-enabled Adaptive Learning System (ALS) in its classrooms. Two teachers from the school, Mr Victor Chew and Mr Edmond Lee, provide insights on the use of the ALS as well as other AI tools in the school. From left to right: Mr Victor Chew and  Mr Edmond Lee Fostering Personalized Learning The implementation of AI-enabled Adap ..read more

Formative assessment focuses on providing feedback during the process of learning to help learners recognize their strengths and weaknesses, and target areas that need improvement. How can AI technology enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of this feedback process? Dr Elizabeth Koh, Senior Education Research Scientist at NIE’s Office of Education Research, developed a digital formative assessment tool that is augmented by AI to provide personalized feedback for teamwork. She shares with us more about her research project and the benefits of using this tool in the classroom. Rethinking Tea ..read more

In today’s dynamic education landscape, the emergence of generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) heralds unprecedented opportunities and challenges, reshaping pedagogical paradigms and redefining the roles of educators. As the quest for human–AI synergy accelerates, educators navigate ethical considerations, embrace technological advancements, and champion inclusive learning environments. In this article, NIE Associate Professor Tan Seng Chee from the Learning Sciences and Assessment Academic Group and who is also an active researcher in the field of educational technology for schools, sheds ..read more

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the classroom holds immense potential to revolutionize the way teachers teach and students learn. AI-driven tools and platforms, for example, can help personalize instruction, automate administrative tasks and analyse data to provide insightful feedback to students and teachers. In this article, two teachers from Anglo-Chinese Junior College and Raffles Institution (Junior College) share their insights on the role of AI in education as well as its integration in the classroom. What sparked your interest in the potential of utilizing AI to e ..read more

Education for sustainable development is multifaceted and complex, encompassing economic, political, social, cultural and environmental dimensions. It requires us to think very carefully about the type of education system that can nurture individuals with the necessary skills and attributes to face the environmental and social challenges facing Singapore and the wider world in the years to come. The Singapore Green Plan outlines a whole-of-nation approach towards advancing Singapore’s sustainable development goals, wherein the role of schools and educators has been outlined in the Ministry of ..read more

Singapore is not immune to the effects of climate change such as rising temperatures, sea-level rise and more extreme weather events. While the science of climate change is still evolving, it is important that we take urgent and necessary steps to mitigate and adapt to these challenges. Education plays a critical role, not only in raising awareness and knowledge on environmental and sustainability issues, but also in encouraging students and communities to think of innovative solutions that can drive more sustainable ways of living. Guest editor of this SingTeach issue, Dr Tricia Seow, Senior ..read more

Selected as one of the pilot schools for the Eco Stewardship Programme, Commonwealth Secondary School (CWSS) has adopted a dynamic approach that aims to seamlessly weave sustainability into the very fabric of its academic and cultural life. SingTeach talks to three teachers from CWSS who share about the school’s various sustainability initiatives that include the STEM elective as well as the “Farm to Table” programme. Integrating the 4Cs Commonwealth Secondary School’s (CWSS) Green Plan plays an integral role in the school’s effort to build and maintain a culture of sustainability. “The Green ..read more

Renowned as a food paradise on an international scale, Singapore is home to countless cuisines ranging from street food and heritage dining spots to glamourous celebrity restaurants. According to the Singapore Food Agency, Singapore currently imports more than 90% of our food from more than 180 countries. While this has placed us in first place in the Global Food Security Index for the second year running in 2019, we are also vulnerable to emerging threats such as climate change and biodiversity loss. Dr Johannah Soo, Lecturer of Food and Consumer Sciences at NIE’s Natural Sciences & Scien ..read more