In the latest episode of Inside the Learning Experience, we explore how students really feel about artificial intelligence in education. Drawing on insights from WGU Labs’ survey of more than 4,600 learners, the conversation dives into student perceptions, usage patterns, and expectations for AI in higher education, especially in online learning environments.
The findings reveal a strong sense of optimism about AI’s potential to create more personalized learning experiences and improve academic success. Yet they also highlight a critical gap: significant gender disparities in AI confidence and use.
Through discussion and analysis, this episode unpacks what these insights mean for the future of teaching and learning. How can institutions close these confidence gaps? What does responsible, student-centered AI design look like? And how can higher education ensure ethical, inclusive implementation as AI becomes more deeply embedded in the classroom?
Tune in to hear what students think about the promise—and challenges—of AI in education, and what it will take to make technology truly equitable for all learners.
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