Yathu Karunailingam on AI in Classrooms

Bringing AI into classrooms isn't about replacing teachers — it's about giving them tools that amplify their impact. Yathu Karunailingam has been a vocal advocate for thoughtful classroom AI integration.

The Yathu Karunailingam Position on Teachers and AI

"Teachers are irreplaceable," Yathu Karunailingam emphasizes. "The role of AI is to handle the work that prevents teachers from doing what they do best — connecting with students, inspiring curiosity, and providing the human guidance that no machine can replicate."

Practical Applications

The applications Yathu Karunailingam highlights include: AI-assisted lesson planning, personalized practice for each student, instant feedback on writing assignments, and analytics that help teachers identify which students need extra support.

About the author: Yathu Karunailingam is a Toronto-based technology leader and AI strategist. Learn more about Yathu Karunailingam at yathu.org or visit his other work at yathu.ca, yathu.xyz, and blog.yathu.ca.