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AI in Education: Developments from the DACH Region & the Tool of the Week

Artificial intelligence is changing the education system faster than many expected. From political decisions in Switzerland to innovative research projects in Germany: In this article, we summarize the most important developments and introduce you to Napkin, an exciting AI tool for creative note management.



CURRENT DEVELOPMENTS IN AI IN EDUCATION

Switzerland: AI evaluation in education

The Zurich Cantonal Council has adopted a postulate that requires the government council to examine the impact of artificial intelligence on education. The aim is to analyze both opportunities and risks and to formulate clear guidelines for teachers. This decision could have far-reaching consequences for the future use of AI in Swiss schools. You can find more information here.


Austria: Further training in AI skills as a key competence

Companies in Austria are increasingly investing in training their employees in generative AI. A recent analysis by AWS Training & Certification shows that not only technical knowledge is in demand, but also soft skills such as change management and communication. This development underlines the importance of lifelong learning - also for teachers who want to profitably integrate AI into their lessons. There is more information here.


Germany: AI to improve teaching and learning

The CATALPA research center at the FernUniversität in Hagen has developed promising AI prototypes that are intended to optimize the teaching and learning process at universities. These applications can be adapted to different subject areas and show how AI enables more individual and effective learning processes. You can find more information here.


AI TOOL OF THE WEEK: NAPKIN - CREATIVE NOTE MANAGEMENT WITH AI

Anyone who juggles a lot of ideas knows that classic note apps are often not enough. This is where Napkin comes in - an AI-supported app for authors, creatives and knowledge workers who want to structure thoughts and link them together in a meaningful way.


The main features of Napkin:

  1. AI-powered idea linking: Napkin analyzes your notes and automatically suggests meaningful connections – ideal for brainstorming and research.

  2. Visual mind map view: Instead of linear lists, Napkin offers an interactive representation of your thoughts.

  3. Intelligent tagging & search function: The AI automatically categorizes notes so that you can find relevant content in a flash.

  4. Integration with productivity apps: Napkin can sync with Evernote, Notion or Obsidian.

  5. AI-supported writing assistants: The app helps you create initial drafts from your notes or develop ideas further.



CONCLUSION:

Napkin is an ideal tool for anyone who wants to get more out of their notes. The AI-supported linking helps to discover new perspectives and stimulate creative processes.




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