Introduction

Artificial Intelligence is ushering in another Industrial Revolution, and it is coming fast. Predictions suggest as much as a 45% loss of jobs over the next 5-10 years. This holds many challenges for people of faith as we learn to navigate this rapidly evolving technological rupture. Are you ready?

 

Our guests

Ray Schroeder is an internationally recognized expert in online learning and AI in higher education. He is Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois Springfield and Senior Fellow at UPCEA, an online and professional education association. Ray’s curated reading lists and LinkedIn commentary reflect decades of leadership at the intersection of tech, teaching, and learning. 

 

Our host

Sister Beth Murphy, OP, is director of communication for the Dominican Sisters of Springfield. 

 

Takeaways

• AI is a sign of human evolution; humans have a say in how it is implemented and used. 

• Agentic AI is ascendent, replacing generative AI and making it possible for the technology to take the place of human actors. 

• A key to effective AI use is human verification of its results. 

• In as little as 18 months, there may be a 10-20% workforce reduction because of AI. 

• More than ever, we need to build human relationships and relish face-to-face encounters that honor our human dignity. 

• How do we serve God’s desire either using AI technology, or despite it? 

 

Resources

60th World Day of Social Communications message from Pope Leo XIV  

Morning Edition: A conversation about the military use of Artificial Intelligence  

60 Minutes episode on digital art 

Sister Ilia Delio on AI and Religion