The discussion of AI and its place in higher education is on the table nationwide. Higher education institutions are joining other companies and organizations in several ways to embrace artificial intelligence for educators and students alike.

First things first, what is AI? Thanks to media influences, consumers have varying ideas of what AI is and what it does. AI creates intelligent machines and systems that perform tasks or solve problems that would otherwise require human intelligence, like playing games or understanding natural language.

So, how will AI benefit Higher Education?

Here are a few ways AI can benefit higher education:

Personalized Learning: AI can tailor educational content to individual student needs, providing personalized learning experiences and helping students learn at their own pace.

Administrative Efficiency: AI can automate administrative tasks, such as grading, scheduling, and student support, allowing educators to focus more on teaching and mentoring.

Enhanced Research Capabilities: AI can assist researchers in analyzing large datasets, identifying patterns, and making data-driven decisions, accelerating the pace of scientific discovery.

Accessibility and Inclusion: AI can develop tools and applications that make education more accessible to students with disabilities, ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to succeed.

Predictive Analytics: AI can predict student performance and identify at-risk students, enabling institutions to provide timely interventions and support to improve student outcomes.