In September, David Game College, a private high school in the UK, will pilot the “Sabrewing Plan” of using AI tools such as ChatGPT to replace teachers. In the first phase, only 20 students will be recruited, and it is only for local students in the UK.
**I. Details of the “Sabrewing Plan”**
1. What is the “Sabrewing Plan”?
– Starting from September 2024, David Game College will pilot an alternative learning plan for GCSE students. All core subjects will be taught by AI-driven adaptive learning platforms.
– Student-centered, students participating in this plan do not have subject teachers. There is no need to slow down or speed up the learning pace to adapt to the traditional classroom.
– Students will follow personalized learning paths and learn at their own pace. At the same time, they will receive personal support from full-time learning coaches. Coaches will monitor students’ progress and provide feedback, guidance, and tutoring to cultivate students into efficient and independent learners.
– Students will also benefit from a unique co-curriculum, focusing on the development of fields such as active citizenship, critical thinking, digital literacy, artistic expression, public speaking, self-awareness, and entrepreneurship.
2. Why is it called the “Sabrewing Plan”?
– The name comes from the Sabrewing hummingbird. Hummingbirds are known for their remarkable agility, resilience, and adaptability. They are good at independently navigating the environment and flying alone. This plan aims to cultivate students’ independence, self-reliance, resilience, and adaptability.
– Hummingbirds can fly in all directions, reflecting the college’s educational philosophy that sometimes reexamining previous materials is essential for achieving true mastery and progress. The college will evaluate the content of students’ early school education to ensure that students have a solid foundation to continue learning.
3. How is learning time and content allocated?
– The college day is divided into two sessions, each lasting three hours. One session is used for participating in adaptive and personalized learning, and the other session provides extracurricular courses through interactive workshops, activities, and outings.
– Extracurricular courses include participating in courses and workshops in fields such as PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education) and RSE (Relationship and Sex Education).
4. How does AI-driven adaptive learning work?
– By regularly assessing students’ understanding of each area of the curriculum, personalized learning paths are generated based on individual knowledge gaps and mastered areas. Course materials that students have not yet mastered are prioritized and arranged.
– When students encounter difficulties, they can be guided to obtain other materials. It can also act as a virtual tutor, answering questions and explaining concepts.
5. What are the benefits of AI-driven adaptive learning?
– Allows students to accelerate learning and learn at their own pace to achieve mastery of the subject.
– Ensures that students learn materials that meet their own needs. Based on regular assessments of prior knowledge and new learning, it reduces the total number of hours required to complete the syllabus of each subject and frees up time.
– Improves students’ self-confidence and well-being, reducing psychological barriers such as fear of failure, embarrassment, and stereotypes.
– Traditional teaching may overlook students’ specific cognitive learning disabilities and conceptual misunderstandings due to a lack of objective data and analytical capabilities.
**II. Differences from using online adaptive learning platforms at home**
1. Professional guidance and support: The Sabrewing Plan has full-time learning coaches to provide professional supervision, feedback, guidance, and tutoring, which is usually lacking in home learning.
2. Comprehensive extracurricular development: It includes rich extracurricular courses such as active citizenship, public speaking, and entrepreneurship, supplementing academic courses and providing a comprehensive educational experience.
3. Responsibility and structure: Provides a more structured learning environment. While allowing individuals to adjust their learning rhythm and path, it ensures continuous progress and accountability.
4. Community and interaction: Students are part of the school community, providing opportunities for peer interaction, collaborative learning, and group projects, avoiding the isolation of home learning.
5. Resource access: Students can access resources that are not available at home, including professional software, workshops, guest lectures, and extracurricular activities.
**III. Why is it called a “pilot” project?**
– Because this is the first project of its kind in the UK. The college intends to operate on a small scale, conduct extensive monitoring, and pay close attention to details. In the future, it is expected to expand in scale to benefit more students.
– Students participating in the pilot will enjoy all the benefits of full-time students, including courses and additional support services. They will have the opportunity to meet other students and faculty members and participate in college community activities.
**IV. Who are the target students
