Technology, Society, and the Age of Artificial Intelligence
When the internet, computers, and smartphones arrived at our doorsteps, we were warned about all manner of dangers. Of course, every innovation comes with both pros and cons. However, with educated users who do more than just consume emerging technologies, we stand a better chance of shaping a healthier, more tech-savvy society.
The World of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence is a true game changer in today’s society. It is already being used across many sectors. Instead of fighting AI out of fear that it will ruin our children’s future, we should embrace it by learning both its advantages and limitations, and understanding its real impact.
Here are five key reflections:
1. Human intelligence still matters in the age of AI.
AI depends on human input. How you think, learn, ask questions, and interact greatly influences the output you get. Commit to learning every day.
2. Shift from fear to application.
Rather than using AI negatively or resisting it, evaluate how it can support your industry, profession, or community—and embrace it strategically.
3. AI tool are not always free, but they are accessible in alternative versions.
Not all AI tools are free to use, but many offer open or basic versions that are powerful enough to do meaningful and creative work.
4. Diversification is key.
Aspire to become a specialist with a generalist mindset—deep in your core skill, but broad enough to stay informed, adaptable, and positioned as a pacesetter.
5. Search for yourself, not just a job.
Instead of focusing only on employment, take time to understand who you are and what you want. Many well-educated people struggle not because they lack skills, but because they lack clarity.
6. Technology in education should be guided, intentional, and values-driven—used as a tool for learning, not a replacement for thinking.
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"Human intelligence is not only still needed in the AI world, it is more important than ever. AI changes how we think and work, but it does not replace why we think, what we value, or who we become." - Wilson Masaka.
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