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• The Big Rethink: An agenda for thriving in the agentic age - Quantum Black by McKinsey
  Has there been a technology innovation in recent memory that has engendered more wildly divergent thinking than agentic AI? We’re hard-pressed to think of one. Depending on who you talk to or what you read, AI agents—systems based on gen AI foundation models that can act in the world and execute multistep processes—will lead to […]
• AI-powered teaching and learning for all Microsoft 365 education customers - MikeTholfsen, Microsoft TechCommunity
  In our main Microsoft Education blog this morning, we announced the details of how Microsoft Education is bringing even more value to all EDU customers with Microsoft 365, including a new set of capabilities designed for relevant and powerful use by educators and students. These features will be included in all of the academic SKUs […]
• MindMirror: A Digital Reflection Tool for Students - Luqman Syakir Adong, et al; IEEE
  Reflection is an important practice for students because it helps identifying knowledge gaps, developing improvement strategies, and enhancing academic performance. However, existing digital solutions often do not support sustained reflection or provide instructional feedback. MindMirror, an online reflective tool is proposed to integrate self-regulated learning (SRL) and metacognitive strategies through well-defined question categories, i.e., Topic […]
• Universities at a turning point in an era of AI insecurity - Amber Wang, University World News
  As artificial intelligence and global insecurity challenge university leaders worldwide, it is more important than ever for universities to remain true to their fundamental principles, according to the President of the American Council on Education (ACE), Ted Mitchell. “Independence, intellectual inquiry and academic excellence, inclusion, [and] the expectation that education is a good to be […]
• 7 skills Harvard says will keep you employed in the age of ChatGPT - Times of India
  Generative AI is transforming workplaces. Harvard research highlights seven key human skills that will keep workers valuable. These include critical thinking, AI fluency, complex problem-solving, communication, lifelong learning, ethical judgment and experimentation. Mastering these abilities will allow individuals to effectively leverage AI tools and navigate the evolving job market. Employers will prioritise these durable human […]
• Teacher agency and generative artificial intelligence: teaching in higher education as a responsive, cultural activity - Peter Kahn, et al; Taylor and Francis Online
  The widespread adoption of Generative Artificial Intelligence tools by students poses a challenge to teachers in Higher Education. This study aimed to explore the nature of teacher agency in a setting where students were making extensive use of Large Language Models. The study was conducted in a research-intensive university in the UK, adopting a sequential […]
• Growing share of Americans say the U.S. higher education system is headed in the wrong direction - Pew Research
  In the new survey, majorities across all major demographic groups share the view that the U.S. higher education system is going in the wrong direction. But some groups are more likely than others to say this. For example, adults who have a four-year college degree are somewhat more likely than those without a college degree […]
• What’s Your AI-dentity? - Bloomberg
  The momentous decisions the world faces about AI’s role in our lives offer outcomes that seemingly range from universal enlightenment to mass extinction. How do you see AI shaping our future? More importantly, how do you want it to shape our future? Are you an Accelerationist? A Pragmatist? A Doomer? Take our quiz to find […]
• Navigating AI Adoption in Higher Ed: College Presidents on Student Learning vs Operational Efficiency - University Business
  While generative AI tools like ChatGPT have dominated headlines and sparked urgent conversations about academic integrity and pedagogy, many institutions are simultaneously exploring AI’s potential to revolutionize back-office operations—from enrollment management and advising to financial planning and facilities management. In this candid conversation, three college presidents share how they’re navigating these parallel paths of AI […]
• EDUCAUSE Action Plan Looks 10 Years Ahead at GenAI for Education - Abby Sourwine, GovTech
  In a new action plan, EDUCAUSE outlines skills, ethics and collaboration strategies to guide effective use and implementation of generative artificial intelligence on college campuses for the next decade. With artificial intelligence advancing at breakneck speed, a new document from the nonprofit EDUCAUSE aims to give colleges and universities proactive steps to meet an uncertain […]
• Preparing students for the world of work means embracing an AI-positive culture - Alastair Robertson, WONKHE
  A key challenge is trying to maintain oversight and co-ordinate activities in large complex institutions in a field that is evolving rapidly. Providing the necessary scaffolding in terms of strategy and policy, regulatory compliance and appropriate infrastructure whilst ensuring there is sufficient flexibility to allow agility and encourage innovation is another key factor for an […]
• ‘Urgent need’ for more AI literacy in higher education, report says - Anna McKie, Research Professional News
  There is an “urgent need” to improve AI literacy among both staff and students at British universities, according to a report from the Higher Education Policy Institute. The report takes a broad view on how AI is reshaping higher education, including institutional strategy, teaching and assessment, research, and professional services. Wendy Hall, an internet pioneer […]
• Realizing the full potential of AI agents - McKinsey
  The story of agentic AI is still unfolding. The majority of CEOs have yet to see bottom-line value from AI agents. But there’s no question that the pace and potential scope of change are breathtaking. While we’re waiting for the technology to fully mature, CEOs can take advantage of this “trough of disillusionment” to understand […]
• Concern and excitement about AI - Jacob Poushter, Moira Fagan and Manolo Corichi, Pew Research Center
  A median of 34% of adults across 25 countries are more concerned than excited about the increased use of artificial intelligence in daily life. A median of 42% are equally concerned and excited, and 16% are more excited than concerned. Older adults, women, people with less education and those who use the internet less often […]
• Sharing Resources, Best Practices in AI - Ashley Mowreader, Inside Higher Ed
  While generative artificial intelligence tools have proliferated in education and workplace settings, not all tools are free or accessible to students and staff, which can create equity gaps regarding who is able to participate and learn new skills. To address this gap, San Diego State University leaders created an equitable AI alliance in partnership with […]
• About 1 in 5 U.S. workers now use AI in their job, up since last year - Luona Lin, Pew Research
  As the abilities of artificial intelligence (AI) tools advance rapidly, a growing share of Americans say they are using the technology in their jobs. Today, 21% of U.S. workers say at least some of their work is done with AI, according to a Pew Research Center survey conducted in September. That share is up from […]
• Interactive learning system neural network algorithm optimization - Hao Cao, et al; Nature
  With the development of artificial intelligence education, the human-computer interaction and human-human interaction in virtual learning communities such as Zhihu and Quora have become research hotspots. This study has optimized the research dimensions of the virtual learning system in colleges and universities based on neural network algorithms and the value of digital intelligence in the […]
• 3 Leadership Micro-Credentials Are Redefining The Modern Career Path -Cheryl Robinson, Forbes
  Traditional degrees are yielding to skills-based hiring, making micro-credentials crucial for professionals. These short, focused programs, offered by universities and tech platforms, efficiently equip leaders with vital skills like digital fluency and strategic agility. They address the urgent need for reskilling by 2030, enabling continuous learning and proving capabilities without lengthy academic commitments, though standardization […]
• The change agent: Goals, decisions, and implications for CEOs in the agentic age - McKinsey Quarterly
  The call to move faster may seem tone deaf as CEOs and their senior teams struggle to see bottom-line value from early gen AI investments. Developing and scaling gen AI use cases have proven frustratingly challenging. Some executives remain unconvinced that AI agents will have a significant impact—at least in the short term—and have stepped […]
• Rethinking student assessment in the age of AI - Max Lu, University World News
  As large language models (LLMs) demonstrate astounding capability, they are increasingly being used for tasks once reserved for human judgement. From evaluating essays to assessing conversational exams in medical training, LLMs are increasingly being considered for use beyond formative feedback, including in the high-stakes world of summative assessment. Their appeal is obvious, but before we delegate […]