🌍 Education Revolution: How AI Transformed Learning in Just 6 Weeks

Hello fellow AI enthusiast! 👋

At AI Smart, we’ve watched AI evolve from niche tech to world-changing solutions. And we’re here to help you make the most of it—whether it’s in business, marketing, or even education! Think of us as your personal guides in this fast-moving AI space.

This week, we’ve rounded up some incredible insights on AI, its impact, and the tools to take your game to the next level.

Biden’s AI Data Center Last Push 💡

Former President, Joe Biden just signed an executive order accelerating AI data center construction—but not without sparking debates over environmental implications. AI data centers are energy-hungry, but this move might shape the future of AI innovation in the U.S.

What’s your take? Can we balance AI innovation and sustainability? 🌱 Read More on the Debate

From Chalkboards to Chatbots

How AI is Revolutionizing Learning in Nigeria

What happens when generative AI steps into schools? Big things, as shown by a pilot program in Benin City, Nigeria. By integrating AI into after-school learning, students saw incredibly positive outcomes in English, AI knowledge, and even their regular exams. Did we mention students improved by the equivalent of *two years of learning in just six weeks*?

✨ Key takeaways from the program:

Equal opportunities: Girls gained even more from the program, helping to close gender gaps.
Consistent effort matters: Higher attendance led to even bigger learning boosts.
Massive improvement: The pilot outperformed 80% of education interventions studied globally.

Want to know more about how AI is changing education? Check out the full results here.

🎥 AI Video Magic: Top Tools You Should Try

Video’s where it’s at, and these AI tools make it easy to turn raw ideas into shareable masterpieces.

1. Opus Clip

What it does: Snips longer videos into polished clips for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and more.
Pro Tip: Add catchy captions and snazzy hooks to grab attention right away.

Pictory.ai

What it does: Turns blogs into stunning videos with pro visuals and voiceovers.
Pro Tip: Keep scenes short (8–15 seconds) to keep your viewers hooked.

HeyGen

What it does: Creates AI avatars to deliver your script in multiple languages.
Pro Tip: Personalize your avatar for a truly unique branding experience.

Sora

What it does: Transforms text prompts into cinematic video clips.
Pro Tip: Use photography-style prompts like “golden hour” for extra flair.

General Tips:

Repurpose Your Content: Turn blogs and articles into videos to maximize their value.
Expand Your Reach: Use AI translation and voiceovers to connect with international audiences.
Mix and Match Tools: Combining different AI tools can lead to better and more customized content.
Stay Updated: AI tools are rapidly evolving, so stay in the conversation here!

Last week we showed you this image and had you guess which tool Maricar used to create and the answer is…Leonardo! Maricar’s favorite!

Tools We Loved This Week 🧰

Make your workflow smarter with these AI-powered tools we’ve been obsessing over recently!

HeyGen – Studio-grade videos with AI avatars and voices.
Pictory.ai – Quickly transform your written content into professional-quality videos.
Opus Clip – Slice long-form videos into short, shareable clips for social media brilliance.

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