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Title: In the Age of AI, We Need Coaches More than Ever
Language: English
Authors: Jim Knight
Source: Learning Professional. 2025 46(4):29-32.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 4
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Evaluative
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Coaching (Performance), Technology Uses in Education, Ethics, Professional Development
ISSN: 2476-194X
Abstract: As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms education, leaders may be tempted to replace coaches with AI to save money while still promoting better teaching and better learning. This article argues that abandoning coaching for AI means abandoning the most effective methodology for improving teaching and learning for a machine that is incapable of addressing many of the needs of teachers and students. As ethical and practical considerations should guide how AI can support instructional coaches, the author provides six capabilities that can enhance the work of coaches.
Abstractor: ERIC
Entry Date: 2025
Access URL: https://learningforward.org/journal/maximizing-resources/in-the-age-of-ai-we-need-coaches-more-than-ever/
Accession Number: EJ1481994
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:As artificial intelligence (AI) transforms education, leaders may be tempted to replace coaches with AI to save money while still promoting better teaching and better learning. This article argues that abandoning coaching for AI means abandoning the most effective methodology for improving teaching and learning for a machine that is incapable of addressing many of the needs of teachers and students. As ethical and practical considerations should guide how AI can support instructional coaches, the author provides six capabilities that can enhance the work of coaches.
ISSN:2476-194X