Transforming Higher Education: The Collaborative Potential of AI for Students and Faculty
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https://doi.org/10.46328/ijtes.7685Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence in Education, Student-Faculty Collaboration, Higher Education Technology, AI-Powered Learning Tools, Personalized LearningAbstract
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming higher education by enhancing teaching, learning, and academic collaboration. This study examines the collaborative potential of AI in fostering effective interactions between students and faculty. Using a quantitative research design, data were collected from 100 purposively selected participants, including IT students and faculty members, through a structured online survey. The findings reveal a high level of AI adoption, with 82.5% of respondents utilizing AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, content generation platforms, and collaboration systems. Results indicate that AI significantly improves communication, enables faster feedback, and supports personalized learning experiences, contributing to enhanced academic engagement. However, challenges such as limited training, privacy concerns, resistance to adoption, and accessibility issues remain significant barriers. Thematic analysis further highlights AI’s role in bridging communication gaps, promoting adaptive learning, and reshaping traditional educational dynamics into a more interactive and collaborative model. Despite ethical and technical concerns, participants expressed optimism regarding AI’s future integration in higher education. The study concludes that AI holds substantial potential to transform student-faculty collaboration, provided that institutions address issues related to digital literacy, infrastructure, and ethical governance.
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