Artificial Intelligence for International Higher Education
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This course explores the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on various facets of International Higher Education. Participants will gain insights into how AI technologies can enhance education abroad programs, streamline international student recruitment and admissions, support global engagement, and more. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, enabling students to understand and leverage AI in an educational context, with the following learning outcomes.
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In this unit, we explore the evolution and significance of AI in modern education, highlighting its historical development and current impact. We'll define AI using perspectives from Popenici and the OECD, focusing on its ability to perform human-like processes and the rise of Generative AI. This form of AI democratizes technology, allowing non-technical experts to utilize advanced AI tools like ChatGPT, fostering innovation and collaboration in education.
In this unit, we delve into the autonomous capabilities of generative AI, examining its strengths, challenges and potential upcoming regulation and ethical considerations. We’ll explore Enhanced Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision and how Generative models in text, image, music, and video open new creative possibilities, while AI-driven personalization tailors educational experiences.
Watch the following talk with World-renowned futurist, author and design professor Alexander Manu and Sinead Bovell, futurist and the founder of tech education company, WAYE discuss how the rise of Generative Artificial Intelligence might impact our creative nature in the years to come.
This unit will focus on the potential significant shift from generative AI, such as ChatGPT, to the emerging focus on Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Artificial Superintelligence (ASI). We will explore two critical phenomena: AI hallucinations and deep learning. We'll discuss the challenges developers face in understanding why AI models produce false information and the broader implications of deep learning as a 'black box.'
Module I Quiz.
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Module I summary and key takeaways.
This unit explores strategies for adopting AI in the broader International Higher Education sector. We'll discuss several AI tools such as Copilot, Claude, Perplexity, Poe, and Gemini, highlighting their unique features and effective utilization. Additionally, we'll examine the latest advancements in AI from leading companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google, and their implications for higher education.
Unit 1 Recap
This unit explores a range of AI tools that have become game changers in higher education. We'll examine how these tools enhance productivity through real-time activity understanding, offer robust internet capabilities for more accurate responses, and provide platforms for experimenting with different AI technologies. We'll also discuss advanced features like live video interaction and creative content generation, highlighting their potential applications in the international higher education landscape. Additionally, we'll understand these tools through the roles they play—such as chatbots, copilots, and agents—rather than as fixed entities, emphasizing their versatility and adaptability.
Unit 2 Recap
This unit delves into the fundamentals of prompting and prompt engineering, exploring various techniques to effectively interact with AI models. Building on the tools and technologies discussed in Unit 2, we will learn how to harness their full potential through strategic query design and optimization.
Unit 3 Recap
In this unit, we will synthesize the concepts of AI and prompt engineering discussed so far and apply them practically. We'll introduce the fundamentals of prompting and prompt engineering, explore various prompting techniques, and guide you through creating your own AI chatbot using Poe. This hands-on approach will help illustrate the power of prompt engineering in real-world applications within international higher education.
Unit 4 Recap
To integrate AI effectively into your role, it's essential to have a clear plan. This unit provides a framework to help you identify key areas for AI integration, research the right technologies, develop an implementation plan, and monitor the impact. By following this structured approach, you can enhance your efficiency and effectiveness, ultimately improving the student experience and streamlining your daily practices.
Unit 5 Recap
Module II Quiz.
This unit explores practical use cases for integrating AI into administrative workflows to enhance various Education Abroad programs, including Exchange Programs, Summer Schools, Virtual Mobilities, and Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) programs.
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In this unit, we explore how generative AI can help students manage culture shock during their study abroad experiences. By providing support through cultural orientation, language learning, real-time assistance, and emotional support, AI tools can significantly ease the cultural adjustment process. This unit will guide you on leveraging AI to ensure a smoother transition for students both abroad and upon their return.
This unit explores how AI can transform the processing of large datasets of student feedback. By rapidly analyzing data, AI provides valuable insights and visualizations, aiding staff in making informed decisions and improving student satisfaction. We also address data privacy, security, and bias mitigation to ensure fair and secure AI implementation.
In this unit, we delve into the importance of learning for employability within higher education and how AI can enhance careers support. You'll learn about the role of international offices in fostering learning for employability, explore key employability models like USEM and CareerEDGE, and understand how AI can support any subsequent initiatives. This unit aims to equip you with the knowledge to effectively integrate AI into your employability strategies, benefiting both students and institutions.
In this unit, we’ll explore how Artificial Intelligence can be utilized to improve practices in international offices, with a focus on enhancing student employability. We aim to understand how AI can enhance employability-related practices and identify practical AI applications that can support students in their career development.
In this unit, we will explore strategies for effective collaboration between international and careers / employability offices using AI. Our objectives include understanding how AI can enhance cross-departmental initiatives and learning from successful AI-driven projects and partnerships.
This unit explores how generative AI can transform international student recruitment by enhancing digital content, providing instant responses to inquiries, and supporting effective communication with global partners.
In this unit, we explore how generative AI can enhance the student journey by providing personalized support and experiences at every stage, from initial awareness to becoming alumni advocates. We will explore how throughout their studies and beyond, AI can ensure a highly individualized experience that supports students' academic and personal growth.
In this unit, we will explore how AI technologies can enhance global engagement and international partnerships by automating administrative tasks, analyzing potential collaboration opportunities, and facilitating cross-cultural communication. AI-driven data analytics can help identify potential international partners, while AI-powered communication and collaboration tools can provide real-time translation, schedule meetings, generate agendas, and provide summaries. These tools are transforming how institutions communicate and collaborate across borders, making collaboration more efficient and productive.
This unit introduces the use of artificial intelligence in understanding and navigating different cultural environments. Topics covered include cultural sensitivity, language translation, and cross-cultural communication. Learners will learn how AI can be used to bridge cultural gaps and enhance cultural interactions.
In this unit we will explore how AI in international marketing can be a powerful tool for creating targeted campaigns, analyzing data, and automating personalized messages. By implementing AI tools, institutions can greatly enhance their global presence and effectiveness. Thank you for joining our session, and we look forward to our next discussion.