AI in Higher Education

Friday, 2 October 2026

What crossed the desk today, gathered from 58 sources.

The AI Crisis in Higher Education: A Strategic Proposal

Stephen Downes — OLDaily

Mark Carrigan , University of Manchester , Oct 02, 2026 This short book ( 63 page PDF ) looks at the issues around the use of AI in educational institutions and considers ways to cope with it. There's a lengthy discussion of what it is and what the dangers are. I note especially that the core danger outlined here is…

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AI is everywhere. Expertise is the difference.

Campus Review (Australia)

Artificial intelligence is reshaping tertiary education across Australia and New Zealand. From supporting student services to improving operational efficiency, AI is quickly becoming part of the way institutions work. What makes AI right for your institution? Generic AI can recognise patterns and generate responses…

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