In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Rhea Kelly is joined by Stephanie Reeves from WGU Labs to discuss a comprehensive survey on Western Governors University students' views on AI. They explore students' engagement with AI tools, equity gaps, comfort with AI applications, and the importance of transparency. Key findings include a gender gap in AI confidence, differing comfort levels with AI uses, and the rapid adoption of AI technologies. The episode concludes with practical recommendations for institutions to better integrate AI in support of student learning experiences.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:33 Survey Overview and Goals

02:48 Key Findings: Gender Gap in AI Confidence

05:21 Student Comfort Levels with AI Applications

09:39 AI Chatbots and Student Support

12:33 Importance of Transparency in AI

14:14 Surprising Findings and Rapid AI Adoption

16:34 Future Surveys and Recommendations

20:48 Conclusion and Podcast Outro

Resource links:

• Students are AI Optimists, but Women are at Risk of Being Left Behind

Music: Mixkit

Duration: 21 minutes

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