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Pioneers discuss the challenges facing computer science

Inside Higher Ed

Though the 28 laureates in attendance this year gave and listened to each other’s talks with optimistic titles such as “Computing for Social Good,” Inside Higher Ed took the opportunity to ask them questions about computer science’s challenges in higher education.

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Ohio State Scientists Named AAAS Fellows

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

For a distinguished scholarly record which is well-communicated to the public in advancing environmental social science and the study of human-environmental relationships. Moore III , professor of educational studies and director of the Bell National Resource Center. Dr. James L. Dr. Natividad Ruiz , professor of microbiology.

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Ghost Students: The Rise of Bots in Online Education 

Faculty Focus

Chatbots are increasingly common in customer service, healthcare, and education; however, in education, chatbots have been used to generate false or misleading information called “hallucinations” and create fake students. This may sound far-fetched but it is a reality that colleges and universities are facing today.

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Ghost Students: The Rise of Bots in Online Education 

Faculty Focus

Chatbots are increasingly common in customer service, healthcare, and education; however, in education, chatbots have been used to generate false or misleading information called “hallucinations” and create fake students. This may sound far-fetched but it is a reality that colleges and universities are facing today.

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As AI Continues to Progress, Opportunities and Warnings Abound

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The rapid advance of artificial intelligence in the world of higher education has continued with the report that Harvard University has plans to use an AI chatbot as part of its introductory computer science course. Some believe that it’s a first step toward a reimagining of the role of human instructors.

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Diversifying the Workforce for Data-Related Jobs Starts with Inclusivity in Research

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Data and computational science continue to be traditionally male-oriented fields, which further amplifies the importance of encouraging the participation of women and people of color. We focus on understanding the molecular behavior of model compounds related to energy and human health.

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A Continued Commitment to Community

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Created in 2005 by Excelencia in Education, Examples of Excelencia is a national initiative that recognizes institutions and nonprofit organizations that identify, aggregate, and promote evidence-based practices that improve Latinx student access in higher education. Also, it’s the environment.