In this contributed Op-Ed, Emelia Probasco argues that to understand the strengths and weaknesses of AI, kids need to get their hands on AI in low-stakes settings.| EdScoop
Santa Clara University’s School of Engineering this week announced a new interdisciplinary master’s program in artificial intelligence. The program at the California university is designed to provide advanced training for students who want to to “develop, implement, and manage AI systems,” according to a press release. “What sets our program apart are the software and […]| EdScoop
A new guide for university students provides the latest advice on how to integrate the emerging technology into their studies.| EdScoop
AI-powered software from a company called Tassel helps institutions plan and execute graduations. Some students said they felt disrespected.| EdScoop
Rice University has announced it will begin offering a four-year degree in artificial intelligence starting this fall.| EdScoop
University of Arizona has named David Ebert as its inaugural chief artificial intelligence and data science officer.| EdScoop
“Digital twins” powered by Praxis AI and Anthropic are helping university students answer many questions during off hours.| EdScoop
A new study from Oregon State University shows that artificial intelligence can boost creativity in student writing if instructors provide guidance on proper use. The university’s College of Liberal Arts announced the findings last week. After studying two online creative writing courses, researchers found that students who completed their work with the assistance of ChatGPT […]| EdScoop
A growing number of educators consider artificial intelligence to be a strategic priority for their institutions, according to new research from Educause.| EdScoop
Recent survey data from an admissions assessment company shows that a majority of college applicants were confused about the rules on using AI.| EdScoop
A new report suggests distinct, gender-based differences when teachers are deciding how generative AI may be used in their classrooms.| EdScoop
The University of California, Los Angeles has hired Chris Mattmann, a former innovation chief at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, as its first chief data and artificial intelligence officer.| EdScoop
Many higher ed faculty recently surveyed said they feel the effects of burn out and reported belief education is not "heading in the right direction."| EdScoop
The edtech firm Anthology released an AI policy framework that aims to support higher education institutions as they attempt to develop their own policies around AI.| EdScoop
The software firm Turnitin announced a new feature that helps detect whether AI has been used to paraphrase.| EdScoop
The Department of Education published a guide with recommendations for edtech AI developers that includes provisions on equity and transparency.| EdScoop
Leaders of Emory University in Atlanta announced a series of free courses in Georgia communities scheduled through September.| EdScoop
Educause's annual report includes an honorary category for AI trends, with ideas on how it's shaping the future of critical thinking and its impact on the workforce.| EdScoop