Generative AI and Sustainability in Higher Education

The integration of generative AI into higher education presents a unique opportunity to enhance sustainability. AI-driven solutions can optimize resources and processes and provide tools to tap into the potential of generative AI in creating more personalized, efficient, and sustainable educational environments. This book discusses the role of generative AI in higher education and provides a clear vision of how to integrate AI technology within the framework of sustainability. It balances theoretical insights with practical applications and ethical considerations. Readers will learn how to navigate the ethical and social implications, understand sustainability initiatives, and foresee future trends.

Features

• Provides a holistic explanation of complex AI concepts for readers without technical backgrounds.
• Includes detailed real-world case studies and practical examples showcasing generative AI's impact on education.
• Incorporates sustainability and highlights eco-friendly approaches and sustainable practices in educational settings.
• Offers insights into the ethical considerations and responsible use of AI in education.
• Forecasts future trends and advancements, helping educators stay ahead in the fast-evolving educational landscape.

This is an excellent resource for everyone interested in implementing AI technologies in higher education to enhance students’ learning experience and outcomes and for all readers who are interested in the latest trends and applications of AI in higher education.

Dr. Shrikaant Kulkarni is a research professor at Sanjivani University, India, and an adjunct professor at the Victorian Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Australia, and Lincoln University College, Malaysia. Dr. Kulkarni has been a senior academician and researcher for four decades. He has over 100 research publications to his credit in national and international journals, and he has authored over 100+ book chapters and 60+ edited books published by reputable publishers. He has expertise in materials science, green chemistry and engineering, analytical chemistry, green nanoscience, nanotechnology, and AI. He was invited by the United Nations to deliver a talk on green chemistry education for sustainable development at the International Conference in Green Chemistry held in Bangkok, Thailand.

Dr. P. William is working as professor (Research) at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences (Deemed University), Coimbatore, India. He is the post doctoral fellow from the University of Louisiana, USA and Amity University Dubai, UAE. He is a research fellow at the Victorian Institute of Technology, Australia and UNITAR International University, Malaysia. He is recognized in the World Top 2% Scientist list by Stanford University and Elsevier. A focused professional with experience of consulting in Research, Innovation and Development. He is a member of IEEE, QCFI, ISTE and various other professional bodies. His research includes cutting-edge solutions in the fields of NLP, Artificial Intelligence, Soft Computing and Cybersecurity. He has published 280+ papers in Scopus indexed journals and conferences. He has 20+ patents published with grants in his credit. He has authored and edited 30+ books with renowned publishers of global recognition. He has worked with numerous MNCs and Educational Groups in leadership profile for his expertise in research and consulting where he has contributed to the advancement of knowledge. He served as a chairperson and auditor in multiple committees of national recognition. Delivered keynote speeches and chaired many sessions in International Conferences. He was appointed as series editor, guest editor and reviewer in Scopus/Web of Science indexed journals.

Dr. Firas Tayseer Ayasrah is an assistant professor of educational technology at Al-Ain University in the UAE. He has over 10 years of academic and research experience from Jordanian, Saudi, and Malaysian universities teaching undergraduate and graduate students. He has also extensive experience in modern topics in educational technology such as educational platforms, digital learning environments, virtual and augmented reality, and their challenges. He has published many research papers in the field of educational technology in different SCOPUS-indexed journals.