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EPISODE · Oct 2, 2025 · 34 MIN

Another Year of Generative AI in Higher Ed

from Prof Talk Pod · host The Engaged Professor

A year later, we revisit our thoughts on the approach to generative AI use in the classroom. Research on the impacts of generative AI use is mixed; some studies find it has negative effects on student thinking skills, while others find it can improve student learning. We discuss potential impacts on critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while sharing ideas for approaching the topic in the classroom. Listen to gain insights into intentional AI use, the importance of clarity in assignments, and how to equip students for a technologically advanced job market. Research on Generative AI in Higher EdAbbas, M., Jam, F.A. & Khan, T.I. Is it harmful or helpful? Examining the causes and consequences of generative AI usage among university students. Int J Educ Technol High Educ , 21, 10 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s41239-024-00444-7 Heung, Y. M. E., & Chiu, T. K. (2025). How ChatGPT impacts student engagement from a systematic review and meta-analysis study. Computers and Education: Artificial Intelligence, 8. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.caeai.2025.100361Hasanein, A. M., & Sobaih, A. E. E. (2023). Drivers and Consequences of ChatGPT Use in Higher Education: Key Stakeholder Perspectives. European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education, 13(11), 2599-2614. https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe13110181

A year later, we revisit our thoughts on the approach to generative AI use in the classroom. Research on the impacts of generative AI use is mixed; some studies find it has negative effects on student thinking skills, while others find it can improve student learning. We discuss potential impacts on critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while sharing ideas for approaching the topic in the classroom. Listen to gain insights into intentional AI use, the importance of clarity in assignments, and how to equip students for a technologically advanced job market. Research on Generative AI in Higher EdAbbas, M., Jam, F.A. & Khan, T.I. Is it harmful or helpful? Examining the causes and consequences of generative AI usage among university students. Int J Educ Technol High Educ , 21, 10 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s41239-024-00444-7 Heung, Y. M. E., & Chiu, T. K. (2025). How ChatGPT impacts student engagement from a systematic review and meta-analysis study. Computers and Education: Artificial Intelligence, 8. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.caeai.2025.100361Hasanein, A. M., & Sobaih, A. E. E. (2023). Drivers and Consequences of ChatGPT Use in Higher Education: Key Stakeholder Perspectives. European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education, 13(11), 2599-2614. https://doi.org/10.3390/ejihpe13110181

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