Florida State University is consistently making a substantial investment in artificial intelligence – an essential and forward-looking technology that is poised to transform higher education for many years ahead.
Professors, personnel, and researchers are employing the most recent AI instruments and technologies in various manners: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Dean Suvranu De spearheaded the creation of an AI-enabled tool designed to aid in surgeon training by assessing videos of their surgical methods and delivering feedback; the College of Nursing initiated the nation’s first master’s program integrating artificial intelligence with health care; Professors Hailey Kuang and Prashant Singh from the Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences are tackling food safety issues using AI; the College of Law is incorporating AI research into their curriculum to better prepare their students for the future.
Paul Marty serves as a professor of information and associate vice provost for academic innovation at FSU. He collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to weave new concepts into the university’s educational methodologies and facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration.
Marty collaborated with FSU’s Information Technology Services and Office of Digital Learning to launch FSU’s official artificial intelligence website – ai.fsu.edu – to clearly outline the university’s dedication to student achievement via AI.
The academic innovator is optimistic about the prospects at FSU, believing that AI has the potential to positively influence higher education.
“What excites me most about AI is how it is driving academic innovation,” Marty expressed. “People are beginning to understand now that this is an excellent opportunity for us to transform our teaching, research, and all essential aspects of academia. This situation provides us a chance to redefine higher education.”
Media representatives interested in interviewing Marty regarding AI’s impact on higher education may reach him at [email protected].
Paul Marty, Associate Vice Provost for Academic Innovation, Florida State University
What are some methods by which AI is revolutionizing higher education?
“When contemplating how we utilize AI to enhance academic innovation on campus, the initial step is acknowledging that universities are no longer solely institutions for acquiring information; they have not fulfilled this role for quite some time. Knowledge is not the rare luxury it once was – it is increasingly accessible to anyone with internet access. In this context, what is the function and significance of universities? Many have posed the question, ‘Why attend university if you can gain the same knowledge online for free through YouTube?’ My response is that higher education transcends knowledge acquisition – it revolves around learning to implement what you learn, defining issues, and formulating solutions. This is how AI is transforming the landscape of higher education – by shifting the emphasis from merely acquiring facts to fostering lifelong learning, cultivating interpersonal connections, and nurturing an innovative mindset in our students.”
How do you envision universities adapting to this swift transformation?
“Universities excel at managing disruptive technologies – calculators, personal computers, the internet, and more. Academics possess extensive experience in this regard, dating back to the invention of writing. While academia can often be slow to evolve and resistant to change, history shows us that scholars are adept at gradually embracing disruptive technologies and altering their teaching methods. Consider how math departments adapted their instruction in light of calculators or how modern language departments reformed their teaching practices with Google Translate – we’ve done it before, and we will do so again. We understand our path forward, and thanks to AI, we now have an opportunity to redefine what we prioritize in higher education, ensuring that we are not merely fulfilling regulatory requirements but are creating valuable and engaging learning experiences for our students.”
How can we best guarantee that AI does not entirely replace human education and training?
“In a landscape where AI access is widespread, where everyone can tap into the same knowledge, data, and information – where AI can promptly provide the answers to queries – what will distinguish humans from AI is how we interpret those answers for others. The significance of what you know will be diminished compared to how you understand it and your ability to convey that knowledge to others with empathy, motivation, and critical thinking abilities. This principle is not unique to AI – we have been imparting this wisdom to our students for quite some time – your technological abilities are far less critical than your interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and management abilities. To ensure our students thrive, they must be able to articulate, ‘What is your unique contribution? What can you accomplish that AI cannot? Our response to this question defines our essence as human beings.’”
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