As AI transforms industries worldwide, higher education is undergoing a major shift: what role should universities play in the AI era? Prof. CAO Jiannong, Vice President (Education) and Director of IHERD, joined Metro Finance’s show “AI in Action” to share his insights.
Traditional lectures are teacher-centric, leaving students with diverse interests constrained by a passive, one-size-fits-all model. PolyU’s Education 4.0 framework hands learning ownership back to students, transitioning educators into expert mentors. Empowered by AI tools, students can tailor personalised learning pathways based on their passions, unlocking their full interdisciplinary potential.
At the same time, the widespread adoption of AI brings new educational responsibilities. Prof. Cao discussed how PolyU encourages students to leverage AI while fostering critical thinking and information literacy, ensuring technology remains a positive force for learning.
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