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Working towards a hybrid, human and AI-powered education system

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MBZUAI appointed Ekaterina Kochmar as an assistant professor of NLP to advance AI-assisted learning. Kochmar co-founded Korbit AI, an AI-powered dialogue-based tutoring system for STEM subjects. Korbit AI aims to democratize education by providing personalized, high-quality education globally at minimal cost. Why it matters: This appointment highlights MBZUAI's commitment to AI in education and personalized learning, positioning the UAE as a hub for innovation in educational technology.

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MBZUAI · AI · Education · NLP · Korbit AI

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