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Des Moines Public Library business book pick: “Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That’s a Good Thing),” by Salman Khan

Why you should read it: In Brave New Words, Salman Khan, founder of Khan Academy, explores how artificial intelligence and GPT technology will revolutionize education. He offers a practical road map for teachers, parents and students to navigate this new landscape, showing how AI can personalize learning, enhance human interaction and prepare students for a digital future. Beyond the classroom, Khan examines AI’s impact on administrators, employers and society, addressing its ethical and social implications. Insightful and forward-thinking, this book reveals how AI can create a more accessible and effective education system worldwide.