Bharath Kumar

The emerging role of artificial intelligence in stem higher education: a critical review

• Authors Details :  
• Nagaraj,  
• B.k.

Journal title : International Research Journal of Multidisciplinary Technovation

Publisher : Asian Research Association

Online ISSN : 2582-1040

Page Number : 1-19

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a disruptive force with the potential to transform various industries, and the field of higher education is no exception. This critical review paper aims to examine the emerging role of AI in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) higher education. The article explores the impact of AI on teaching and learning methodologies, curriculum design, student engagement, assessment practices, and institutional strategies. The review also highlights the potential benefits and challenges associated with integrating AI into STEM education and identifies key areas for future research and development. Overall, this article provides insights into how AI can revolutionize STEM higher education and offers recommendations for harnessing its full potential.

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.54392/irjmt2351

Article Subject Details

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Science

Article Keywords Details

• EDUCATION
• ML
• STEM
• AI

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