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Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
Get PDFArtificial Intelligence (AI), specifically Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED), is a growing field of research and practice in higher education. AIED is increasingly permeating the student journey, from admissions through graduation, and is affiliated with tools such as early alert systems, adaptative tutoring, predictor systems, and language learning chatbots. These emergent technologies provide previously unforeseen opportunities to advance student success, such as widespread individualization, yet pose challenges related to technical literacy and ethical and safety concerns. After the initial excitement surrounding AI chatbots in 2022, catalyzed by the introduction of ChatGPT, the pace of technological innovation continues to accelerate, with AI becoming increasingly embedded across society. While existing research indicates a connection between AI perceptions and technical literacy, the current literature only scratches the surface of AIED perceptions. The higher education industry is at a critical juncture where it can either establish guidelines and standards for ethical AI use in education that align with pedagogical best practices or allow AI to outpace education, potentially diminishing its relevance to students preparing for the modern world.
This mixed methods explanatory sequential design content analysis aims to understand how individuals that post about higher education perceived AIED from July 2022 to July 2024 using social media data from X, formerly Twitter, and Reddit. Using social media data allowed the researcher to gain insight into how AIED is perceived and discussed by individuals that post about higher education unprompted. This study also used Bronfenbrenner’s ecological model adapted to the higher education ecosystem, alongside Kelman’s 1985 and Dholakia et al.’s Social Influence and Social Consumer Influence theories, to place the perceptions of these individuals about AIED in context.
Overall, the findings confirmed that despite widespread use of generative AI, AIED is still a new and emerging topic and industry wide AI literacy levels are still developing. In addition, the study found that individuals who discuss AI on social media showed concerns about the impact of AI on higher education and that x-risk related concerns were more prevalent on social media than in the literature. These findings highlighted the need for the higher education industry stakeholders to demonstrate ownership for AI Literacy and Responsible and Ethical AI use. As individuals question if higher education is worth the expense and will remain relevant, historical technological inertia must be overcome to protect the value of higher education as AI technology continues to advance. Ultimately as AI becomes more integral to everyday life, institutions need to demonstrate they can adapt to an AI-centric future
The Impact of Alternatives to Incarceration and the Motherhood Identity on Mothers and Their Children: A Qualitative Study
Get PDFThe U.S. prison system population increasingly includes women, a significant proportion of whom are mothers, often incarcerated for non-violent crimes. Some research suggests that alternative to incarceration (ATI) programs can help these women to continue supporting their children while serving their sentences and receiving services that may decrease recidivism. However, few studies have explored the lived experiences of women in these programs. This dissertation investigates the impact of participating in ATI programs on mothers and their relationship to their motherhood identity, their ability to mother, and their relationship with their children. Using a qualitative approach to better understand how women make sense of their experiences, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 women participating in ATI programs in the Midwestern U.S., the locations of the partnering agencies. The sample ranged in age from 29–50, with 9 women identifying as White non-Hispanic, 2 identifying as Black non-Hispanic, and 1 identifying as Native American and Hispanic. The participants had 1 to 9 children, ranging in age from as young as 11 months old, to as old as 26, with various combinations of sons and daughters. The interpretive phenomenological analysis (IPA) resulted in 5 overarching themes for the data: loving motherhood, even when it’s tough; remaining connected to motherhood while in the system requires effort; alternative to incarceration (ATI) experience has both challenges and rewards; mothers worked to navigate supports and barriers, while building more support going forward; and working towards the future. The results revealed the challenges and rewards of motherhood within the justice system, including concerns about their children\u27s well-being and future relationships, the factors that led to their involvement with the system, and the struggles to overcome past traumas and maintain sobriety. Participants also reflected on the positive skills and outcomes gained from these programs, navigating support systems and the challenges within those relationships, and how their experiences can serve as a foundation for future success and growth. The sample of women also identified systemic barriers (lack of resources, travel difficulties, and inadequate supports) that contributed to their involvement in the system. This study sheds light on the need for more research and resources specific to this population. Findings suggest that systemic issues, including racial disparities, lack of resources, and the challenges of maintaining family connections, affect women’s ability to successfully navigate the justice system. The research also calls for expanded ATI programs, better community-based support, and targeted interventions for women, their children, and families to improve outcomes and break the cycle of incarceration. In addition, the study highlights a need for policies and practices that better address the intersection of motherhood and justice involvement, along with advocating for more supportive environments that enable success, family reunification, and personal growth
A Quiet Revolution in Intellectual Property Value and Protection: Cybersecurity Law’s Continuing Rise
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Get PDFFirst Amendment Protections for Teachers Inside and Outside the Classroom: School District Overreach, or Proper Protection?
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