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Students Outrunning Faculty in AI Use

Inside Higher Ed, 10/31/23. According to a new report, faculty members have been slower in adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools compared to students. The report shows that nearly half of college students are already using AI tools, while only 22% of faculty members use them. The study also reveals that faculty members who are familiar with AI recognize its importance, with 75% of regular AI users believing that students need to know how to use generative AI in a professional setting. However, the report indicates that faculty members are taking their time with both adoption and policy implementation, with many still learning how to use AI tools. The report suggests that the differential between student and faculty use of AI will be something to monitor. READ THE ARTICLE