TAIPEI, Taiwan — When discussions turn to artificial intelligence (AI) in education, it is often framed as a tool for teaching students. In Taiwan, however, the approach is markedly different — AI is being used not in classrooms, but to provide information and support policymaking and strategic planning. At Smart City Summit and Expo 2026, held from March 17 to 20, Taiwanese electronics firm MiTAC unveiled a data platform that aggregates vast amounts of school-related information into a single, interactive system. The platform, in operation for four years, compiles data from schools across districts in New Taipei City, allowing users to visualize and compare information through an interactive city map. “You can access data across multiple areas and interact with a map to explore specific schools in each district,” said Demo Liu, an engineer at MiTAC. The dataset extends beyond basic indicators such as student and teacher numbers, offering detailed insights into student behavior and performance — including the most widely used e-learning platforms, average academic achievement a
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