Higher education learning in the age of AI from edX

The course will be structured around three themes:

What is learning?

Here we ask the question: What is learning in higher education and in the age of AI? -facing and accessible AI systems are here to stay, and it is reshaping the higher education landscape. Framed within a social constructivist and learning-centred approach to learning and teaching, we consider what the facilitation of learning entails. We also consider how students' relationship to transformative knowledge can be negotiated in light of their increasingly complex relationship to machines.

Reimagining learning in the age of AI

Given the rapid developments in AI, its increased accessibility and inclusion in our lives, we can assume that higher education students are using (generative) AI technologies and that banning and/or proctoring the use thereof is not fruitful. The logical follow-up question is: Shouldn't we then rather reimagine learning in the age of AI as a collaborative effort between teachers, students and machines and foster academic integrity by modelling the responsible and ethical use of AI tools? In this session, course participants will critically reflect on the possible impact AI systems have on the higher education sector in their context specifically, and on designing learning in different disciplines and fields of study. The values needed to navigate learning in this changing landscape will also be discussed.

Redesigning learning for the age of AI

In the final session, we explore the question: How can learning be redesigned in and for the age of AI? Through the application of suggested principles and experiments with AI tools, course participants are encouraged to start engaging with AI in their learning and teaching practices. Through this process, participants are also equipped with transferrable knowledge and skills to guide higher education students to the responsible use of AI systems in their own learning.

What you'll learn

This course is designed for any professional involved with teaching in the higher education context, who is interested in exploring the intersection between user-facing generative AI tools and education.

At the end of this course, participants be able to:

Identify the role of the teacher as a facilitator of learning.
Critically reflect on their own approach to students’ learning and how that might need to be adapted.
Create a plan for incorporating generative AI into one of the suggested phases of students’ learning.
Highlight the criticality of a values-based approach to responsible AI use in student learning in HE.
Acquire transferrable knowledge and skills to guide students in the responsible use of AI systems in their own learning as a tool and not a crutch.

What's inside

Learning objectives

the role of the teacher as a facilitator of learning.
Eflect on their own approach to students’ learning and how that might need to be adapted.

transferrable knowledge and skills to guide students in the responsible use of ai systems in their own learning as a tool and not a crutch.

the role of the teacher as a facilitator of learning.
Eflect on their own approach to students’ learning and how that might need to be adapted.
transferrable knowledge and skills to guide students in the responsible use of ai systems in their own learning as a tool and not a crutch.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores the impact of generative AI on higher education and suggests ways to incorporate it into teaching practices

Examines the ethical implications of using AI in education

Provides practical tips and strategies for using AI to enhance learning

Taught by experienced educators who are actively involved in exploring the use of AI in higher education

May require students to have some prior knowledge of AI or machine learning

Course focuses specifically on the use of generative AI in education, which may not be relevant to all learners

Career center

Learners who complete Higher education learning in the age of AI will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Learning Scientist

As a Learning Scientist, you will research how people learn. You will need to understand the role of the teacher in the learning process to effectively conduct your research. The course, Higher Education Learning in the Age of AI, will enhance your knowledge of the role of the teacher and how technology is changing the way that we learn. This will be essential knowledge as your research can help drive improvement in education.

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Curriculum Developer

A Curriculum Developer works with teachers and other stakeholders to design and develop educational curriculum. They must have a deep understanding of the curriculum development process and how different technologies can be incorporated into it. This course will provide you with a solid foundation in curriculum development and help you stay up-to-date on the latest educational trends.

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Instructional Designer

As an Instructional Designer, you will be responsible for designing and developing educational materials and programs. This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to create effective learning experiences for students of all ages. You will learn how to use technology to enhance student learning and how to create assessments that accurately measure student progress.

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Educational Researcher

Educational Researchers conduct research on teaching and learning to improve educational practices and policies. They need a deep understanding of the learning process and how different technologies can be incorporated into it. This course will give you a solid foundation in educational research and help you stay up-to-date on the latest research findings.

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Education Consultant

As an Education Consultant, you will work with schools and other educational organizations to help them improve their educational practices, curricula, and programs. You will need to have a strong understanding of the learning process and how technology can be used to enhance it. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in this role.

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Educational Software Developer

Educational Software Developers design and develop educational software programs. They need to have a deep understanding of the learning process and how different technologies can be used to enhance it. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in this role.

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Education Policy Analyst

Education Policy Analysts research and analyze education policies and programs to make recommendations for improvements. They need to have a deep understanding of the learning process and how technology can be used to enhance it. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in this role.

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Education Administrator

Education Administrators manage the day-to-day operations of schools and other educational organizations. They need to have a deep understanding of the learning process and how technology can be used to enhance it. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in this role.

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Instructional Coach

Instructional Coaches work with teachers to improve their teaching practices. They need to have a deep understanding of the learning process and how technology can be used to enhance it. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in this role.

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Teacher

Teachers help students learn and grow by providing instruction and guidance. In the age of AI, it is more important than ever for teachers to understand the role of technology in the learning process. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to integrate technology into your teaching and create effective learning experiences for your students.

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Educational Consultant

Educational Consultants work with schools and other educational organizations to help them improve their educational practices. They need to have a deep understanding of the learning process and how technology can be used to enhance it. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in this role.

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Professor

As a Professor, you will teach and conduct research at a college or university. You will need to have a strong understanding of your subject matter and be able to effectively communicate your knowledge to students. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be a successful professor in the age of AI. You will learn how to integrate technology into your teaching, create effective learning experiences for your students, and conduct research on the use of technology in higher education.

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Learning Technologist

Learning Technologists work with educators to integrate technology into the learning process. They need to have a deep understanding of the learning process and how different technologies can be used to enhance it. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in this role.

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