AI Reading Tutors Are Already in Schools. Digital Promise Wants To Make Them Better
A $10 million federal grant will fund the Using Generative Artificial Intelligence for Reading R&D Center (U-GAIN Reading)
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Toward understanding and preventing misalignment generalization
We study how training on incorrect responses can cause broader misalignment in language models and identify an internal feature driving this behavior—one that can be reversed with minimal fine-tuning.
Preparing for future AI risks in biology
Advanced AI can transform biology and medicine—but also raises biosecurity risks. We’re proactively assessing capabilities and implementing safeguards to prevent misuse.
Ready for AI? Preparing for the Next School Year
How to equip teachers and staff with the necessary skills and confidence to integrate AI into their classrooms
Combining technology, education, and human connection to improve online learning
MIT Morningside Academy for Design (MAD) Fellow Caitlin Morris is an architect, artist, researcher, and educator who has studied psychology and used online learning tools to teach herself coding and other skills. She’s a soft-spoken observer, with a keen interest in how…
A sounding board for strengthening the student experience
During his first year at MIT in 2021, Matthew Caren ’25 received an intriguing email inviting students to apply to become members of the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing’s (SCC) Undergraduate Advisory Group (UAG). He immediately shot off an application. Caren…
Unpacking the bias of large language models
Research has shown that large language models (LLMs) tend to overemphasize information at the beginning and end of a document or conversation, while neglecting the middle. This “position bias” means that, if a lawyer is using an LLM-powered virtual assistant…
Celebrating an academic-industry collaboration to advance vehicle technology
On May 6, MIT AgeLab’s Advanced Vehicle Technology (AVT) Consortium, part of the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics, celebrated 10 years of its global academic-industry collaboration. AVT was founded with the aim of developing new data that contribute to…
Arc Review: A Sleek AI-Powered Alternative To Google Search
The Arc AI search tool is an impressive alternative to traditional search engines, with lots of potential for educators.
Introducing OpenAI for Government
We’re launching OpenAI for Government, a new initiative focused on bringing our most advanced AI tools to public servants across the United States. We’re supporting the U.S. government’s efforts in adopting best-in-class technology and deploying these tools in service of…