The article discusses the historical context of educational technology, contrasting the federally funded research of the 20th century with the profit-driven motives of today's AI developers. It highlights the vision of pioneers like Patrick Suppes, Seymour Papert, and Donald Bitzer, whose contributions laid the groundwork for modern educational innovations. As the role of AI in education expands, the article raises critical questions about the implications of for-profit companies shaping the future of learning, emphasizing the need to prioritize accessibility and potential enhancement for all students.
In 1966, a Stanford professor envisioned computers as personal tutors, while in 2023, Sal Khan sees AI transforming education by providing every student a personal tutor.
The 20th-century drive for computer-aided education came from federally funded research focused on learning science, unlike today's profit-driven education technology companies.
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