Challenges for higher education in the era of widespread access to Generative AI

Walczak Krzysztof () and Cellary Wojciech ()
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Walczak Krzysztof: Department of Information Technology, Poznań University of Economics and Business, al. Niepodległości 10, 61-875 Poznań, Poland
Cellary Wojciech: Institute of Applied Research, WSB Merito University, ul. Powstańców Wielkopolskich 5, 61-895 Poznań, Poland

Economics and Business Review, 2023, vol. 9, issue 2, 71-100

Abstract: The aim of this paper is to discuss the role and impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems in higher education. The proliferation of AI models such as GPT-4, Open Assistant and DALL-E presents a paradigm shift in information acquisition and learning. This transformation poses substantial challenges for traditional teaching approaches and the role of educators. The paper explores the advantages and potential threats of using Generative AI in education and necessary changes in curricula. It further discusses the need to foster digital literacy and the ethical use of AI. The paper’s findings are based on a survey conducted among university students exploring their usage and perception of these AI systems. Finally, recommendations for the use of AI in higher education are offered, which emphasize the need to harness AI’s potential while mitigating its risks. This discourse aims at stimulating policy and strategy development to ensure relevant and effective education in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Keywords: artificial intelligence; Generative Artificial Intelligence; GPT; higher education; university transformation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: I21 I23 I25 I26 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.18559/ebr.2023.2.743

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