AI Chatbots in Education

Week 1: This week establishes the foundational knowledge needed to understand how Large Language Models work and why they represent a paradigm shift in educational technology. You will learn what makes these systems different from previous technologies, how they process and generate language, and why understanding their capabilities and limitations is essential for effective educational use.

Week 2: This week examines how Large Language Model chatbots are being deployed across different educational contexts—K-12 schools, higher education, and corporate learning. You will explore specific use cases in each sector, understand the distinct challenges and opportunities in different settings, and analyse real-world implementations that demonstrate both successful strategies and important lessons learned.

Week 3: This week examines detailed case studies of LLM chatbot implementations in education, analysing both highly successful deployments and implementations that faced significant challenges. By studying real-world examples, you'll develop critical evaluation skills to identify factors that contribute to success or failure and learn to anticipate potential issues in your own context.