Harnessing the Power of AI to Inspire What’s Possible for Every Learner
At Macmillan Learning, we believe that AI is not an end in itself, but a means to elevate human capabilities, enrich learning experiences, and empower educators and learners. Our approach to generative AI is human-centered, designed to amplify human potential, not replace it.
Guiding Principles for Leveraging AI
Our approach to AI reflects our commitment to enhancing human potential through technology. We aspire to lead with empathy, innovate with purpose, and create with integrity. Specifically, our people, processes, and products are directed by the following guiding principles:
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We are transparent and accountable in how we ethically use AI.
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We keep humans at the center of AI oversight and control.
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We educate people about AI safety and the risks of unethical use of AI.
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We strictly observe data privacy and security principles.
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We do not introduce or reinforce biases or inequalities.
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We continually learn from experts to improve AI safety and ethics.
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We use research-driven principles that support the human learning experience in our products and services.
Our Perspective: AI that Supports Authentic Learning Experiences
We believe that the power of any technology rests in its ability to improve the human condition and the ways that we connect and build community. This holds true for generative AI. Below, Macmillan Learning’s senior leaders share more in-depth perspectives on our approach harnessing the power of generative AI to bring greater value to our people and products.
The Impact of AI on the Inherently Human Experience of Learning
Susan Winslow
CEO
AI as a Force for Good Pedagogy
Charles Linsmeier
EVP & General Manager
Generative AI and Product Development: What We’ve Learned & What’s Ahead
Tim Flem
SVP, Product
Readying our Workforce for an AI World
Kristin Peikert
SVP, People & Culture
AI-Enhanced Teaching and Learning Resources
At Macmillan Learning, we believe that education should be dynamic, engaging, and tailored to the specific needs of every learner. Generative AI can be a transformative tool that supports humans as we teach and learn.
AI-powered Tutor (Pilot)
Select Achieve users will be piloting our AI-powered personalized homework tutor that supports students when, where, and how they need it most; a bit like having a trustworthy friend by your side, transforming homework and self-study into an engaging dialogue for deeper learning.
Available for select Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Statistics courses. Contact your rep for more details.
iClicker AI Question Creator
The wide availability of generative AI tools has made creating more novel, in-the-moment methods of assessing students’ true understanding of course concepts and skills mission-critical for many educators. iClicker’s AI Question Creator makes it easy to create assessment questions that students have never- seen before and iClicker’s floating toolbar makes deploying those unique questions easier than any other assessment tool.
Create your iClicker Instructor account today for free access to the iClicker Question Creator.
Accelerate Your Professional Journey with Macmillan Learning Institute
Elevate your professional practice and gain recognition as an AI thought leader through Macmillan Learning Institute’s AI for Educators course. The course is designed to support and amplify your accomplishments on your journey to becoming an education influencer.
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