Today we're continuing our series, "How AI Is Transforming Education." We're diving into one of the most ambitious and promising applications of AI in learning: the rise of Intelligent Tutoring Systems, or ITS. For centuries, educators have recognized that one-on-one tutoring is the gold standard for effective instruction. The educational psychologist Benjamin Bloom famously found that the average student tutored one-on-one performs two standard deviations better than students in a traditional classroom. But this level of personalized support remains a luxury, inaccessible to most learners. Intelligent Tutoring Systems are sophisticated AI platforms designed to simulate the benefits of a human tutor, providing students with 24/7 on-demand support and expert guidance. Let's explore the inner workings of these always-on mentors.

Today we're kicking off a new series, "How AI Is Transforming Education." We'll begin with one of the most impactful applications we're seeing today: the creation of AI-powered personalized learning paths. For over a century, the dominant model of education has been a single teacher delivering one lesson to a diverse classroom. But every student is unique, with their own learning speed, style, and background. This "one-size-fits-all" approach often means a compromise that can leave some students behind while boring others. But this traditional paradigm is now being fundamentally reimagined by Artificial Intelligence. Sophisticated adaptive learning platforms are moving us beyond a rigid curriculum to tailor educational journeys for each student. For a diverse nation like Canada, committed to equitable education, personalizing learning at scale holds immense significance. So, let's explore how AI forges these individual paths, the benefits it offers, and the critical challenges we must navigate.

In the coming episodes, we’ll explore how artificial intelligence is shaping our world one innovation at a time.

And in the coming weeks, we’re kicking off something big. Something that affects nearly everyone — from students and teachers, to parents and lifelong learners.

That’s right. We’re diving into one of the most exciting frontiers of AI today: education .