ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HIGHER EDUCATION: PEDAGOGICAL INNOVATION FROM A HUMANISTIC APPROACH
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artificial intelligence, higher education, pedagogical innovationAbstract
DOI: https://doi.org/10.46296/yc.v10i18.0896
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Artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly prominent in higher education, fostering pedagogical innovation aimed at personalizing learning and improving access to educational resources. However, its integration also raises important challenges related to the preservation of the human dimension of the educational process. This study aims to analyze the adoption of artificial intelligence in higher education settings, examining its implications for pedagogical innovation from a humanistic perspective. A mixed-methods approach was employed, based on a case study design, involving surveys administered to 100 students and 100 faculty members, as well as semi-structured interviews with 30 participants from each group. The findings reveal a generally positive perception of AI, particularly regarding its capacity to support personalized learning. However, a notable gap emerges between the frequent use of AI tools by students and their limited integration into formal teaching practices, suggesting an uneven adoption across educational actors. Additionally, key challenges are identified, including insufficient teacher training, concerns about technological dependency, and ethical considerations related to AI implementation. The study concludes that AI can serve as a valuable resource for pedagogical innovation, provided that its integration is critically and contextually grounded. Rather than replacing human interaction, AI should be incorporated in ways that support the development of critical thinking and maintain the central role of human engagement in higher education.
Keywords: artificial intelligence, higher education, pedagogical innovation.
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