AI AND THE TEACHER’S EVOLVING ROLE: FROM INSTRUCTOR TO FACILITATOR

The incorporation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into education is transforming the traditional role of teachers, shifting them from primary sources of knowledge to facilitators and mentors throughout the learning process. This chapter explores how AI-driven tools, such as intelligent tutoring systems, automated assessment platforms, and adaptive learning environments, are changing classroom dynamics. Educators are increasingly expected to analyze data, personalize instruction, and help students develop critical thinking and digital literacy skills. While these changes offer opportunities for empowerment and greater efficiency, they also introduce challenges, including resistance to change, anxiety about job security, and lack of adequate training. The chapter emphasizes the importance of ongoing professional development and institutional support to help educators effectively utilize AI's potential. By redefining their roles in partnership with technology, teachers can stay central to the educational experience, promoting not only academic achievement but also ethical and emotional growth in classrooms enhanced by AI.