Opportunities and Challenges in the AI Era—Overview of the 18th Research in Distance Education and e-Learning Conference
At the 18th Research Conference on Distance Education and e-Learning,over 600 participants from 24 countries and regions engaged in profound discussions on more than 120 cutting-edge academic studies.The discourse encompassed a wide array of themes,including the application of emerging technologies,innovations in educational theories and methodologies,assessment of online learning,internationalization and transnational education,students'sense of belonging and well-being,and online learning assessment.Experts,grounded in theoretical and practical innovations in distance education and e-learning,reached a consensus on addressing the opportunities and challenges presented by the AI era,articulating four key points:firstly,emerging technologies,particularly artificial intelligence,are reshaping educational landscape;secondly,advancing pedagogical theories and methods is crucial to facilitate human-machine collaboration;thirdly,there is a pressing need to create inclusive and supportive learning environments while enhancing the overall learning experience;lastly,flexible educational formats are instrumental in mitigating resource deficiencies and quality disparities.
Distance educationE-learningEducation model changeEducational technology applicationIndividualized learningSmart education
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