Future of education in the AI : In today’s time, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing so fast that deep questions are being raised on the traditional education system. JD Tarifi, the founder of Google’s first generative AI team, recently made a statement that has forced everyone to think. He said that degrees like PhD, Law and Medical will not be able to hold the same importance in the future. Let us understand in detail why he said this and what this change means for the coming generations.
Why can PhD degree be irrelevant?
JD Tarifi says that degrees like PhD demand a very long time and extreme dedication. It often happens that by the time a student completes his doctoral degree, the landscape of technology and research has completely changed. He also said that PhD should be done only by those who have a deep passion in their field, as it takes five years or even more and hard work. Otherwise, it may prove to be a waste of time and energy.
Questions being raised on law and medical degrees
Tarifi also said in his statement that professions like law and medical may also see major changes. Much of the study in the medical field is still based on rote learning, while the treatment, technology and medicines of diseases are constantly changing over time. Similarly, in the law sector, AI-based tools are making the traditional work of lawyers easier and faster, which may weaken the old patterns.
Importance of skills and empathy in the AI era
Tarifi believes that in the future, skills and human qualities will be more important than degrees. Artificial intelligence can teach many technical things, but machines can never bring human emotions, empathy and connection with others. Therefore, youth should become self-aware and build strong relationships with their community and friends.
Which careers will be safe?
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has also said that many professions, such as the emotional connection of doctors and nurses with patients, are not possible with machines. Careers that require human connection and care will remain equally important in the future. This means that the role of humans will always remain important in areas such as healthcare, counseling, education and emotional support.
Career perspective will have to change in the new era
In this era of artificial intelligence, we have to leave traditional thinking and consider new paths for our career. If you have a genuine interest in PhD, law or medicine, then definitely pursue them, but it is no longer wise to depend only on these degrees for a secure future. In the future, skills, emotional understanding and creativity will be the keys to real success.