真题来源
2024年6月大学英语四级考试真题（节选）
 
真题原文
Passage 4: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being integrated into various sectors, and education is no exception. AI has the potential to revolutionize the way we teach and learn, making education more personalized and efficient. According to a recent report, the global market for AI in education is expected to grow significantly over the next decade.
One of the key advantages of AI in education is its ability to provide personalized learning experiences. AI algorithms can analyze vast amounts of data to understand each student's learning style, strengths, and weaknesses. Based on this information, AI can tailor educational content to meet individual needs, ensuring that each student receives instruction that is best suited to their abilities and learning pace. For example, AI-powered tutoring systems can provide instant feedback and adjust the difficulty level of exercises in real-time.
Moreover, AI can assist teachers by automating routine tasks such as grading and attendance tracking. This allows teachers to focus more on teaching and interacting with students. AI can also help identify students who may be struggling and need additional support, enabling early intervention and more effective teaching strategies.
However, the integration of AI in education also raises several concerns. One major issue is the potential for AI to reinforce existing biases. If AI algorithms are trained on biased data, they may perpetuate inequalities in education. Additionally, there are concerns about privacy and data security, as AI systems require large amounts of personal data to function effectively.
Despite these challenges, the potential benefits of AI in education are substantial. To maximize these benefits, it is crucial to develop AI systems that are transparent, fair, and secure. This includes ensuring that AI algorithms are trained on diverse and unbiased data and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect student privacy.
In conclusion, AI has the potential to transform education in many positive ways. While there are challenges to overcome, with careful planning and ethical considerations, AI can play a significant role in creating a more effective and inclusive educational environment.
 
翻译
第四篇：人工智能在教育中的角色
人工智能（AI）正逐渐融入各个领域，教育也不例外。人工智能有潜力彻底改变我们教学和学习的方式，使教育更加个性化和高效。根据最近的一份报告，未来十年，全球教育领域的人工智能市场预计将显著增长。
人工智能在教育中的一个关键优势是其能够提供个性化学习体验。AI算法可以分析大量数据，以了解每个学生的学习风格、优势和弱点。基于这些信息，AI可以根据个人需求定制教育内容，确保每个学生获得最适合其能力和学习进度的教学。例如，AI驱动的辅导系统可以提供即时反馈，并实时调整练习的难度。
此外，AI可以通过自动化诸如评分和考勤跟踪等日常任务来协助教师。这使得教师能够更多地专注于教学和与学生的互动。AI还可以帮助识别可能遇到困难并需要额外支持的学生，从而实现早期干预和更有效的教学策略。
然而，人工智能在教育中的整合也引发了一些担忧。一个主要问题是AI可能会强化现有的偏见。如果AI算法是在有偏见的数据上进行训练的，它们可能会在教育中延续不平等。此外，由于AI系统需要大量个人数据才能有效运行，因此还存在隐私和数据安全方面的担忧。
尽管存在这些挑战，人工智能在教育中的潜在好处是巨大的。为了最大化这些好处，开发透明、公平和安全的AI系统至关重要。这包括确保AI算法在多样化且无偏见的数据上进行训练，并采取适当的安全措施来保护学生隐私。
总之，人工智能有潜力以许多积极的方式改变教育。尽管需要克服挑战，但通过谨慎规划和伦理考量，人工智能可以在创造更有效和更具包容性的教育环境中发挥重要作用。
 
阅读理解题目
What is the main potential benefit of AI in education discussed in the passage?
A. Increased efficiency in grading
B. Personalized learning experiences
C. Improved privacy and data security
D. Enhanced teacher-student interaction
How can AI help teachers according to the passage?
A. By providing real-time feedback to students
B. By identifying students who need extra support
C. By creating educational content
D. By improving classroom discipline
What is a major concern about AI in education mentioned in the passage?
A. The reinforcement of existing biases
B. The high cost of AI technology
C. The lack of qualified AI teachers
D. The difficulty in implementing AI systems
What is essential for the development of effective AI systems in education?
A. Transparent and fair algorithms
B. Large amounts of personal data
C. Increased investment in technology
D. More AI-powered tutoring systems
What can be inferred about the author's view on AI in education?
A. AI should be avoided due to its potential risks
B. AI has more disadvantages than advantages in education
C. AI can improve education if properly managed
D. AI is the only solution for improving education
 
题目解析
正确答案：B
解析：文章提到，人工智能在教育中的一个主要优势是提供个性化学习体验。AI可以根据学生的学习风格、优势和弱点定制教育内容，确保每个学生获得最适合其能力和学习进度的教学。因此，选项B“个性化学习体验”是正确的。选项A“提高评分效率”是AI的一个辅助功能，但不是主要好处；选项C“改善隐私和数据安全”是需要解决的问题，而不是好处；选项D“增强师生互动”是AI间接帮助教师的结果，但不是主要好处。
 
正确答案：B
解析：文章提到，AI可以帮助识别可能遇到困难并需要额外支持的学生，从而实现早期干预和更有效的教学策略。因此，选项B“识别需要额外支持的学生”是正确的。选项A“为学生提供实时反馈”是AI辅导系统的作用，但不是帮助教师的主要方式；选项C“创建教育内容”未在文中提及；选项D“改善课堂纪律”也未在文中提及。
 
正确答案：A
解析：文章提到，一个主要问题是AI可能会强化现有的偏见。如果AI算法是在有偏见的数据上进行训练的，它们可能会在教育中延续不平等。因此，选项A“强化现有的偏见”是正确的。选项B“AI技术成本高”未在文中提及；选项C“缺乏合格的AI教师”未在文中提及；选项D“实施AI系统困难”也未在文中提及。
 
正确答案：A
解析：文章指出，为了最大化AI在教育中的好处，开发透明、公平和安全的AI系统至关重要。这包括确保AI算法在多样化且无偏见的数据上进行训练，并采取适当的安全措施来保护学生隐私。因此，选项A“透明和公平的算法”是正确的。选项B“大量个人数据”是AI运行的必要条件，但不是开发有效AI系统的关键；选项C“增加技术投资”未在文中提及；选项D“更多AI驱动的辅导系统”是AI在教育中的应用之一，但不是开发有效AI系统的关键。
 
正确答案：C
解析：文章总结指出，尽管存在挑战，但人工智能有潜力以许多积极的方式改变教育。通过谨慎规划和伦理考量，AI可以在创造更有效和更具包容性的教育环境中发挥重要作用。因此，选项C“如果管理得当，AI可以改善教育”是正确的。选项A“AI应被避免，因为它有潜在风险”与文章内容不符；选项B“AI在教育中的缺点多于优点”也与文章内容不符；选项D“AI是改善教育的唯一解决方案”过于绝对，文章并未提及。
 
翻译与词汇解析
Artificial Intelligence (AI)：人工智能
例句：AI is transforming many industries, including healthcare and education.（人工智能正在改变许多行业，包括医疗和教育。）
personalized：个性化的
例句：Personalized learning can improve educational outcomes.（个性化学习可以改善教育成果。）
algorithm：算法
例句：AI algorithms analyze data to make predictions.（AI算法分析数据以进行预测。）
reinforce：强化
例句：Biased data can reinforce existing inequalities.（有偏见的数据可能会强化现有的不平等。）
privacy：隐私
例句：Protecting user privacy is a major concern in AI development.（保护用户隐私是AI开发中的一个重要问题。）
transparent：透明的
例句：Transparent algorithms help build trust in AI systems.（透明的算法有助于建立对AI系统的信任。）
intervention：干预
例句：Early intervention can help struggling students succeed.（早期干预可以帮助困难学生取得成功。）
diversity：多样性
例句：Cities are centers of cultural diversity.（城市是文化多样性的中心。）