Using AI in Higher Education

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the landscape of higher education, offering transformative potential across various domains, from the classroom to administrative operations.

However, with the growing presence of AI comes the need for robust policies and governance frameworks to ensure ethical use, transparency, and data privacy. Universities must establish guidelines for the responsible use of AI within the context of academic integrity. Governance structures will also need to address issues of bias and fairness in AI systems.

Vector Solutions launched two new courses to help higher education institutions learn how to integrate AI tools into teaching practices to enhance student success and streamline management.

Using AI in Higher Education
Leveraging the Power of AI for Students

Course Description

Artificial intelligence continues to be a hot topic in Higher Education with advancements in the technology.

This course is designed as an introduction for faculty to navigate the components of AI, describe the benefits and risks of using AI, and provide tools on how to use AI responsibly in the classroom.

Course Modules

Introduction
The Future of Education in the Age of AI
The Components of AI
Benefits of AI
The Risks of AI
Using AI Ethically
Conclusion

Course Details

Course Author: Dr. Camille Crittenden

Camille Crittenden, PhD, is a Senior Research Fellow with the Human Rights Center. She serves as Deputy Director of CITRIS, Director of the CITRIS Connected Communities Initiative, and Executive Director of the CITRIS Social Apps Lab. Prior to coming to CITRIS in 2012, she was Executive Director of the Human Rights Center at Berkeley Law, where she helped to develop its program in human rights, technology, and new media.

Duration: 19 minutes

Leveraging the Power of AI for Students

Course Description

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize how we live, work, and learn. But how do we navigate this and harness AI's power while safeguarding privacy, security, and ethical principles?

This course will prepare students to embrace the opportunities AI presents while mitigating its risks. Topics include: the importance of verifying AI-generated information for accuracy and privacy concerns; ethical decision-making and responsible use principles; and opportunities and challenges of AI in educational settings.

Course Modules

Introduction
Foundations of AI and Digital Citizenship
The Digital Citizenship
Integrating AI Use into Education Securely and Responsibly
Conclusion

Course Details

Course Author: Dr. Mike Ribble

Mike Ribble, Ed.D., has worked in the field of education his entire career and is the author of Digital Citizenship in Schools 3e and Raising a Digital Child. Mike is a frequent speaker on the topic of digital citizenship and has addressed parents, teachers and students in the United States and internationally. His interests include providing support for the positive use of technology by all members of the community.

Duration: 31 minutes

On-Demand Webinar | AI in Action: How Higher Education is Adapting to the AI Era

Understand the Role of AI in Higher Education: Learn about how AI is transforming the university from the classroom to the mailroom.
Develop Ethical AI Policies: Identify key ethical considerations and their implications for policies that will promote responsible use of AI.
Learn about Infrastructure Needs for Next-generation AI Research and Applications: Consider needs for staff training, data storage and networking to implement AI tools.

Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education

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