Luis von Ahn, founder of Duolingo, suggests AI may soon replace human teachers, asserting it offers personalized learning capabilities and scalable education. His provocative claims have garnered backlash, with many users expressing dissatisfaction on social media after Duolingo announced an AI-first strategy, including the replacement of contract employees with AI for creating new educational content. Von Ahn has emphasized the potential for better learning outcomes through AI, though critics note the lack of scientific evidence supporting his assertions and highlight the significant role teachers still play in childcare matters.
"Ultimately, I'm not sure that there's anything computers can't really teach you. I think you'll just see a lot better learning outcomes, in general."
"It's just a lot more scalable to teach with AI than with teachers."
Duolingo’s new strategy includes using generative AI to launch 148 new courses, indicating a shift towards an AI-centered educational model."
Amid backlash, Duolingo deleted its posts on social media, showing the intense response from users after the company announced a focus on AI.
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