# The Growth of AI in Education Offers Students an Alternative Educational Path

By Education Technology · Published 2023-11-20 · Updated 2026-06-08 · Education Technology on MarketScale
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Creator hub: The Future of Education with Michael Horn

> Artificial intelligence is reshaping how students learn, offering personalized pathways that traditional classrooms may not provide

## Key points

- AI in education is creating personalized learning pathways.
- Experts discussed common misconceptions surrounding AI.
- Irhum Shafkat shares his experience using AI tools.

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On the latest episode of “[The Future of Education](https://marketscale.com/shows/the-future-of-education-with-michael-horn/): Class Disrupted,” hosts **Michael Horn** and **Diane Tavenner** take a deep look into the rapid growth and advancements of [AI in education](https://marketscale.com/industries/education-technology/equipping-teachers-with-automated-tools/?ctb_post=1) and its implications for education. To better understand how AI is making change with students and in general, the two interviewed **Irhum Shafkat**, a senior at **Minerva University**. Their discussion explored how AI is transforming learning and its potential impact on future generations.

Currently an intern at **Google X**, **Shafkat** has extensive experience in AI research and shared his unique journey from Bangladesh to **Minerva University** and how he leveraged technology to overcome educational barriers. He provided several insights about his own perspective of AI in education, his hands-on experience with AI, and advanced tools he is experimenting with such as language models. The conversation further discussed some of the common misconceptions surrounding AI, while emphasizing its relevance to the educational sector. AI in education is playing a significant role in shaping many learning experiences, particularly for students like **Shafkat** who have sought alternative educational paths.

Tags: AI, AI in education, Diane Tavenner, educatio, Irhum Shafkat, Michael Horn, student, The Future of Education, The Future of Education: Class Disrupted

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