The study evaluated the acceptance of the JoyPopTM mental health app among postsecondary students using the UTAUT2 model, finding that 45. 4% of students accepted the app, influenced by factors such as performance expectancy, hedonic motivation, and facilitating conditions.
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are increasingly used in education, fundamentally altering how knowledge is produced and understood, which challenges traditional educational models and raises concerns about the power tech companies hold over knowledge creation. As AI becomes more integrated into learning environments, educators must redefine meaningful learning and ensure pedagogical wisdom guides this transformation, rather than commercial interests.
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is establishing a standalone College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence (CAI) by July 2026, reflecting a significant shift in higher education where AI and computing disciplines are becoming central to university structures. This new college will integrate computer science, information science, and statistics to align education with real-world AI applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning, ethical considerations, and statewide economic impact.
Techvantage AI and SRM Institute of Science and Technology have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on education, research, and talent development in Artificial Intelligence, with a focus on Agentic AI. The partnership will include faculty development programs, experiential learning initiatives, and potential establishment of an Agentic AI laboratory, aiming to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry needs.
AI is transforming academic writing in Ireland by providing students with tools for efficient assignment completion, grammar checking, and plagiarism detection, thereby enhancing writing quality and academic integrity. However, the reliance on AI raises concerns about the potential decline in critical thinking and independent research skills, prompting universities to implement AI literacy training and ethical usage policies.
Students can make their academic journey easier by utilizing various study hacks, including taking advantage of lesser-known student discounts, using 3D printing to save money, and employing effective study methods like the Feynman technique and Pomodoro technique. Additionally, incorporating tools such as meditation apps, distraction blockers, and power naps can help manage stress and improve focus, while changing study environments and gamifying tasks can combat procrastination.
In response to recent tragic school shootings, South Carolina is implementing a digital mapping program for all public K-12 schools to aid first responders during emergencies. This initiative, led by Critical Response Group, aims to enhance school safety by providing accurate maps compatible with existing public safety systems, though challenges remain in funding and recruiting school resource officers, particularly in rural areas.
Alease Carrick, a third-grade teacher at Oakboro Choice STEM School, was honored by the Stanly County Board of Education for her selection to the AI by 8 fellowship, a statewide initiative aimed at integrating AI literacy into early education. As one of only eight teachers chosen across North Carolina, Carrick will help design lesson plans that introduce AI concepts to young learners through literacy standards, focusing on creativity and critical thinking without relying on technology.
Boston University has introduced TerrierGPT, an AI-powered chat platform, to provide students with access to generative AI models, sparking mixed reactions among students and faculty. While some see it as a necessary tool for modern education, others express concerns about over-reliance on AI, potential academic dishonesty, and the impact on creative and critical thinking skills.
