AS education and knowledge are of great importance to human society, people have continuously upgraded their qualifications across various fields. While they rely heavily on education and general knowledge, they have never fallen victim to it. To this day, humans continue to apply education and knowledge in their daily lives.
In recent years, innovation and technological development have been rapidly booming throughout the world. Humans, as controllers of these technologies, are capable of managing their advancement. With the development of artificial intelligence (AI), this technology is spreading globally and becoming increasingly applicable to penetrating various fields. Powerful advancement of AI gradually influences over all arenas of the society.
Although humans create AI, many people worldwide are concerned about its rapid advancement and the potential risks it poses to societies and even the entire world through its powerful applications. As a result, scientists and governments around the globe are highlighting the potential benefits of AI for society. In line with this, the United Nations has adopted the theme: “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation” for the 2025 International Day of Education.
In fact, the global community prompts reflections on the power of education to equip individuals and communities to navigate, understand, and influence technological advancement. As computer and AI-driven systems become more sophisticated, the boundaries between human intention and machine-driven action often blur, raising critical questions about how to preserve, redefine, and ideally elevate human agency in an age of technological acceleration, according to the United Nations.
Hence, it is essential to apply education and knowledge, including advanced innovative technologies, across relevant sectors to benefit both living and non-living beings worldwide. For the time being, global leaders and scientists must harness the powerful advantages of AI and other educational resources to serve the global population, while addressing challenges and mitigating potential risks. In doing so, the global community will be safe and secure for all living beings.
Everyone is responsible for controlling technology through critical thinking, informed by subject-specific knowledge and education, without causing harm to society. The benefits of technologies, including AI, should be used for the betterment of society, fostering peace and avoiding conflicts, hatred, and malicious activities. Scientists must continuously improve all technologies, including AI, and explore advanced applications to enhance their ability to manage these technologies effectively, alongside educational efforts to support these advancements.
