Artificial intelligence (AI) and L&D don’t always go hand in hand, but that could change quickly. Recently, like Sarah Hamilton Gill, Mentor and Managing Director of Globus HR Consulting, the industry has started harnessing the power of AI to transform the way employees learn. pointed out in Human resource management.
On whether ChatGPT can replace L&D, Hamilton Gill said, overall, AI will shift the focus of traditional training and evaluation models for L&D professionals to a more “personalized, adaptive, data “There is a high possibility that we will change” to a “driven approach.”
Interestingly, she predicts, “L&D professionals will need to embrace AI and learn new skills to stay ahead of the curve.”
The potential for AI to become a critical part of L&D is further cemented with the release of new AI certifications for this feature.
Certification by 360Learning claims to teach professionals how to incorporate AI mechanics and tools into their workflows.
But does L&D require learning AI, or do experts think it requires professional qualifications?
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Idris Arshad, People and Inclusion Partner at St Christopher’s Hospice, said, “Given the number of people experimenting with AI, the validity of the credential is unknown.” But “if it’s from a recognized AI professional association, it might mean more.”
While it may be possible to use AI without training, Hamilton Gill said a certification course with knowledge already planned would be “very valuable for L&D professionals to introduce AI into their work.” says. She doesn’t claim this is the only solution, but “it definitely accelerates her adoption of AI that will only improve L&D,” she added.
Theresa Mainne, director of the Line Management Academy, welcomed the new AI certification, saying that gaining foundational knowledge along with hands-on exploration will help technology users make informed decisions and understand the capabilities and limitations of AI. to help you understand and mitigate potential risks.
“Love it or hate it, I think we can all agree on the need to understand.” [AI] That way, you can use it to create great content that boosts your productivity, rather than potentially creating mediocre stuff out of the blue. ‘ she says. “AI is so easy to use that we could all fall into a black hole without realizing it.”
Vladimir Polo, CEO of learning management system provider Academy Ocean, believes it all depends on the specific situation and goals of the L&D leader.
“As the AI landscape continues to evolve, we believe it is important to raise awareness about generative AI,” he says. “But qualifications should not be the only indicator of expertise.”
He points out that professionals should focus on acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills through a combination of formal education, work experience and industry advancement.
In today’s workforce, it’s important to recognize that the use of AI in the L&D sector spans many uses, adds Polo.
