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Ep 168: AI in Higher Education is Broken. How to Fix it.

Dec 19, 2023

Jason Gulya, Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Council at Berkeley College and an AI consultant, dives into the flawed integration of AI in higher education. He reveals how many universities are missing the mark with AI tools. The conversation addresses the need for responsible AI use, transparency in policies, and the urgent demand for colleges to adapt teaching methods. Gulya argues for student involvement in AI decision-making and highlights the potential of AI to enhance critical thinking and personalized learning.

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Quick takeaways

Incorporating AI into higher education requires transparency, trust, and involving students in decision-making.

Colleges and universities need to embrace AI and shift their mindset to effectively integrate it into the classroom while fostering responsible use.

Deep dives

The Importance of Incorporating AI in Higher Education

In this episode, the speaker discusses the conversation around incorporating AI into higher education. They emphasize the importance of universities and colleges embracing AI to better prepare students for the real world. The speaker introduces Jason Gulia, an English professor and AI consultant, who shares his experience teaching students how to use chat GPT and Generative AI responsibly. Gulia highlights the need for transparency and trust in AI usage and suggests that colleges should involve students in the decision-making process. He also emphasizes the benefits of personalized learning and how AI tools like chat GPT can enhance the learning experience by adhering to best practices in teaching.

Intro

2min

Navigating AI in Higher Education

11min

The Flawed Reality of AI Detection Tools in Education

3min

Rebuilding Trust through Transparent AI Use in Education

5min

Trust and Transformation: AI in Higher Education

14min

Bridging the Gap: Communication on AI in Education

4min

We have some hot takes when it comes to how AI is being used in education. Universities are letting students down by the way they are/aren't using GenAI tools. Jason Gulya, Chair of Artificial Intelligence Council at Berkeley College, joins us to discuss the current state of AI in higher education and how to fix its shortcomings.

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Timestamps:
[00:02:00] About Jason and his role at Berkeley College
[00:05:00] Attitudes toward LLMs in Higher Ed
[00:10:00] Why universities use AI or ban it
[00:14:40] Using AI in education responsibly
[00:21:50] Advice for universities not wanting to use AI
[00:28:40] How GenAI enriches learning
[00:32:20] Future of Higher Ed and AI
[00:35:40] Jason's final takeaway

Topics Covered in This Episode:
1. The Changing Landscape of Higher Education and AI
2. Challenges and Opportunities in Integrating AI in Education
3. Ethical Use of AI in Education
4. Utilizing AI for Teaching and Learning Enhancement
5. Collaborative Approach and Future Vision for AI in Education

Keywords:
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