In this episode of Talking Classrooms: Educational Communication and Reflection, host Bulelani Marwanqana explores the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. From personalized learning tools to plagiarism concerns, AI is reshaping how students, educators, and institutions approach academics.

Bulelani unpacks the opportunities AI brings—such as tailored learning paths, faster feedback, and increased access to knowledge—as well as the challenges, including academic integrity, over-reliance on technology, and digital divides.

Drawing from real-world classroom experiences and ongoing debates in education, the episode highlights:

This episode is a call to educators, students, and policymakers to reflect: Are we preparing to use AI responsibly in education, or are we letting it dictate the way we learn and teach?