Decoding The Digital Fuku: Deciphering Colonial Legacies to Critically Assess ChatGPT in Dominican Education
Project Overview
The document explores the role of generative AI tools, particularly ChatGPT, in enhancing education in the Dominican Republic by offering improved access to educational resources, personalized learning opportunities, and facilitating teacher training. It highlights the transformative potential of AI in addressing educational challenges, yet also raises critical concerns about the risks associated with digital colonialism and inherent biases within these technologies. The need for a thoughtful evaluation of AI applications against the backdrop of historical inequities is underscored, advocating for a cautious approach to integration. Furthermore, the document stresses the importance of empowering local stakeholders to actively engage with generative AI while ensuring the protection of digital sovereignty, thereby fostering an educational environment that is both innovative and equitable.
Key Applications
ChatGPT
Context: Dominican Republic education system, targeting students and educators
Implementation: Integrating ChatGPT for access to educational materials, personalized tutoring, and support for teachers.
Outcomes: Increased access to educational resources, potential for personalized learning and tutoring, and assistance in teacher training.
Challenges: Risk of misinformation, biases against non-native English speakers, and potential plagiarism issues.
Implementation Barriers
Technological
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT may perpetuate biases and misinformation due to their training data primarily sourced from the Global North.
Proposed Solutions: Critical assessment of AI tools, contextualization of data, and involvement of local stakeholders in the development and implementation processes.
Cultural
The adoption of AI tools without considering local cultural contexts may lead to cultural erasure and reinforce power imbalances.
Proposed Solutions: Empowering local constituents to assess and adapt AI technologies in ways that reflect their historical and cultural backgrounds.
Educational
Lack of digital literacy and capacity building among educators and students to effectively utilize AI tools.
Proposed Solutions: Providing training and resources for educators and students to critically engage with AI technologies and understand their implications.
Project Team
Anaelia Ovalle
Researcher
Contact Information
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Anaelia Ovalle
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