Overview
Instructional technology and artificial intelligence are two distinct concepts that are often intertwined in the education sector. Instructional technology refers to the use of technology to support and enhance teaching and learning, whereas artificial intelligence is a broader field that involves the development of intelligent machines that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. While instructional technology has been around for decades, artificial intelligence is a relatively new field that has gained significant attention in recent years. In this comparison, we will explore the key differences between instructional technology and artificial intelligence, their strengths and weaknesses, and the best use cases for each. With the rise of [[edtech|edtech]] and [[online-learning|online learning]], understanding the differences between these two concepts is crucial for educators, policymakers, and learners. The integration of [[artificial-intelligence|artificial intelligence]] in [[instructional-design|instructional design]] is also an area of growing interest, as seen in the work of [[carnegie-mellon-university|Carnegie Mellon University]] and [[stanford-university|Stanford University]].