Tallinn University's BFM appoints new director: critical thinking is vital in the age of artificial intelligence

Tallinn University's Baltic Film, Media and Art School (BFM) has appointed Ivo Lille as its new director. He emphasises that artificial intelligence must be used in a way that preserves creative skills and critical thinking. The school plans to review its curricula according to this principle in the coming period.

According to Tallinn University's Baltic Film, Media and Art School (BFM) new director Ivo Lille, the use of artificial intelligence in higher education must take place in a manner that does not jeopardise creative abilities or critical thinking. In Lille's view, these skills are becoming increasingly important in the age of artificial intelligence, not less so.

According to the new director's plans, BFM will undertake a review of its curricula in the coming period to ensure they meet new requirements. The goal is to create a learning environment where students do not use artificial intelligence merely as a work tool, but understand its possibilities and limitations more deeply.

BFM is one of Estonia's most renowned media and art institutions, training future filmmakers, journalists and artists. The rapid development of artificial intelligence has prompted many creative education institutions worldwide to rethink their programmes, and Tallinn University is no exception in this regard.