AI’s impact on higher education discussed

As part of its commitment to shaping the future of education, Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation participated in a panel discussion organised by the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) titled “Innovation in Higher Education: The Role of AI in Reshaping Higher Education.”

The session brought together a distinguished group of experts to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining the landscape of higher education, transforming learning methodologies, teaching approaches, and the management of academic institutions.

Dr. Mariam Al Ghawi, Director of Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Centre for Giftedness and Innovation, spoke during the panel discussion about AI’s potential to enhance student success, improve faculty productivity, and elevate the quality of student services.

Key topics addressed included the transformative impact of AI on learning and teaching methods, as well as the administration of academic institutions.

Experts examined AI’s capabilities in driving student success, boosting faculty efficiency, and refining student services, while emphasising the need to balance technological innovation with the human element in education.

The discussion also covered the role of smart learning tools, administrative automation, personalized education, and the future of traditional campuses as AI continues to reshape higher education.

Hamdan Foundation remains at the forefront of fostering dialogue, collaboration, and innovation to ensure that technology serves as a catalyst for expanding access to education, enhancing the efficiency of the learning process, and delivering personalized educational experiences—while preserving the fundamental human-centered values of education.