José Bowen

José Bowen discusses the impact of AI on higher education, addressing issues like cheating, quality assessment, and job market changes. He emphasizes the importance of traditional skills for critical thinking and the role of AI in personalized learning. The podcast explores integrating AI to improve teaching methods while highlighting values like integrity and respect in education.

Joining the discussion are Shaolei Ren, an expert in AI's environmental impacts at UC Riverside; José Bowen, co-author of a practical guide on teaching with AI; and Shushma Patel, pro vice-chancellor for AI at De Montfort University. They explore the environmental costs of AI, including its significant water footprint, and argue for a balanced approach to its integration in higher education. The conversation covers strategies for sustainable AI implementation, the need for AI literacy among educators, and the transformative potential of AI for personalized learning experiences.