The Future of Child Development in the AI Era

Abstract

This report explores the potential implications of rapidly integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications into children’s environments. The introduction of AI in our daily lives necessitates scrutiny considering the significant role of the environment in shaping cognition, socio-emotional skills, and behaviors, especially during the first 25 years of cerebral development. As AI becomes prevalent in educational and leisure activities, it will significantly modify the experiences of children and adolescents, presenting both challenges and opportunities for their developmental trajectories. This analysis was informed by consulting with 15 experts from pertinent disciplines (AI, product development, child development, and neurosciences), along with a comprehensive review of scientific literature on children development and child-technology interactions. Overall, AI experts anticipate that AI will transform leisure activities, revolutionize education, and redefine human-machine interactions. While AI offers substantial benefits in fostering interactive engagement for example, it also poses risks that require careful considerations, especially during sensitive developmental periods. The report advocates for proactive international collaboration across multiple disciplines and increased research into how technological innovations affect child development. Such efforts are crucial for designing a sustainable and ethical future for the next generation through specific child-centered regulations, and helping to educate all potential stakeholders, (regulators, developers, parents and educators, children) about responsible AI use and its potential impacts on child development.

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As artificial intelligence becomes more woven into the fabric of daily life, it introduces both transformative opportunities and significant challenges, especially for children and young adults in the critical phases of brain development. In this webinar, we unveil the crucial findings from our May 2024 Research Report. By examining how AI impacts young minds, the discussion delves into the essential qualities that define and shape human development, addressing the inherent risks and outlining the potential for responsible AI to enrich and safeguard our children’s futures. Learn how these insights can drive the creation of AI that is not only technologically proficient but also nurtures and respects the complexities of human development.

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