ABSTRACT
In this chapter, we peer into the crystal ball of the future, envisioning the profound impact of Generative AI (GenAI) on education. We begin by reflecting on previous technology adoptions and then explore the general predictions surrounding GenAI’s adoption by the population, its potential job impacts, and the safety considerations both pre- and post-adoption. Government and AI development companies enter the spotlight as we contemplate their roles in shaping GenAI’s trajectory. The chapter meticulously examines GenAI’s implications in higher education, spanning pedagogy, research, funding proposals, and journal article submissions.
The age-old question of AI’s predictive ability is also probed, with insights from OpenAI ChatGPT, Google Bard, and Microsoft Bing Chat. Throughout this book, we have championed AI’s role in education, highlighting its transformative potential and the need for AI literacy. In this chapter, we take a step further, illuminating the broader societal landscape and its influence on educational institutions and GenAI adoption. As the pages turn, we stand at the precipice of a future where GenAI’s promise and challenges intersect with the world of education.
