The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Montana State University will hold its Friday Forum on March 13, focusing on the topic “AI in Education: Friend or Foe?” The event is scheduled from noon to 1:30 p.m. and will be held online via Zoom. It is open to the public at no cost.
According to event organizers, the forum aims to explore how artificial intelligence is affecting learning for both children and adults, with applications in areas such as social media, research, internet communication, and online shopping. The session will feature two panelists who work in education and will discuss the use, management, implications, and influence of AI in higher education and K-12 settings.
Jason Clark, professor and head of research optimization, analytics and data services at the MSU Library, will provide an overview of AI’s opportunities and challenges in higher education and research. Alex Ide, curriculum and multi-tiered system of supports integration specialist for Bozeman School District 7, will talk about how the district’s teachers implement and address AI in their classrooms.
Those interested in attending must register at www.montana.edu/olli/friday/ or on Zoom before 11 a.m. on March 13. After registering, participants will receive an email with instructions for joining the forum.
OLLI at MSU is part of Academic Technology and Outreach (ATO), which hosts monthly forums from September through May. ATO offers outreach and engagement opportunities across Montana State University.
Montana State University operates four campuses along with Extension offices that serve all 56 counties across Montana. The university has been recognized for its efforts in community engagement through teaching and outreach initiatives. As Montana’s land-grant institution based in Bozeman, it emphasizes collaboration to support communities and the natural world while providing hands-on research opportunities for students. More information can be found on the official website.
