Shantanu Bose, Ph.D., the chief academic officer and provost of DeVry University, wrote this essay.
An AI revolution in higher education is about to happen. Artificial intelligence has the potential to radically improve higher education by changing not just what is taught but also what students learn and the skills they need to succeed in an AI-shaped future.
Colleges and universities may improve the adaptability, personalization, engagement, and effect of the educational experience for students by integrating AI into their learning platforms and courses.
The Pace of University Advancement is Inadequate
However, a lot of schools and institutions are approaching the potential of AI carefully and cautiously. Despite the acknowledged advantages of artificial intelligence, its use in higher education is not as common as thought, according to research this year from Ellucian, a preeminent supplier of technological solutions for higher education.
A total of 768 institutions and 1,140 administrators of higher education responded to the extensive survey. Its conclusions highlight the untapped potential of artificial intelligence in higher education. Over 70% of respondents have a good opinion of AI, and nearly half of them anticipate that its benefits will extend to the student experience, ranging from better supporting the student journey to boosting student outcomes at their institution. This is despite the discrepancy between the perceived and actual usage of AI.
How is the Job Market Being Affected by AI?
Employers and students alike are struggling with their own doubts and epiphanies over AI’s potential and effects on the workforce. The fast growth of generative AI has college graduates concerned about their preparation for the workforce and their ability to find employment, while companies recognize that the recruiting environment is rapidly changing as a result of this new technology (Cengage Group, 2023 Employability Report). The research also said that more needs to be done by companies and educators to prepare today’s workforce.
Higher education has a great responsibility to stay abreast of technology developments that affect students’ employability and learning demands. DeVry is an organization dedicated to eliminating the opportunity gap in tech-related occupations and has a history of fusing education with cutting-edge technology. In order to make sure that our programs and curriculum are preparing students for a future transformed by AI, DeVry established the AI Lab.
AI as an Addition to Education
Students want their learning experiences to keep up with the fast growth of AI. Content that is tailored to the individual is the new standard. Because AI-powered software can analyze vast quantities of data to glean insights about student learning styles and the most effective teaching techniques, it may significantly enhance the quality of learning experiences.
AI-powered systems monitor students’ progress, engagement, and performance in addition to providing adaptive learning and customized lesson plans and assignments depending on each student’s strengths, weaknesses, and preferred learning methods.
Similar to this, AI-powered virtual assistants can respond quickly to a wide range of often asked inquiries, freeing up more time for teachers and students to concentrate on higher-value interactions and learning. In order to provide a customized learning experience, DeVry is experimenting with cutting-edge AI technologies via its AI Lab, including conversational AI solutions that use Retrieval-Augmented Generative (RAG) technology.
AI-Assisted Education’s Future
AI-driven learning platforms benefit students as well as the goals that higher education seeks to accomplish. This is because, in the words of Domoscio, “when learners are placed at the center of their own learning journey, they feel valued and motivated.”
Colleges and institutions that carefully and responsibly integrate AI will be in a position to provide learning opportunities that are really customized to meet the requirements of their students as the technology develops. The success of higher education in the future will depend on how well human understanding and AI work together.
Credit: Allschoolabs, eLearningInside
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