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Book Title: AI Essentials for Higher Ed Students

by Claudia Arcolin and Alexia Pollock

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Book Description: This OER helps higher education students understand, use, and evaluate generative AI responsibly. It covers core concepts, tool use, ethics, and human-AI collaboration, and concludes with strategies for career development, digital credentials, and adapting to an AI-driven future.

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Book Information

Book Description

This OER equips higher education students with essential knowledge and practical skills to understand, evaluate, and responsibly use generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in their academic and professional lives. It begins with foundational GenAI concepts, then guides students through effective use of modern GenAI tools, and critical evaluation of AI-generated outputs. Students will also explore vital topics such as GenAI ethics, bias, and collaborative human-AI workflows. The course culminates with strategies for career development, digital credentialing, and adapting to AI-driven future trends.

Authors

Claudia Arcolin and Alexia Pollock

License

AI Essentials for Higher Ed Students Copyright © 2025 by The University of Texas at San Antonio. All Rights Reserved.

Subject

Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy

Metadata

Title
AI Essentials for Higher Ed Students
Authors
Claudia Arcolin and Alexia Pollock
Primary Subject
Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy
Institution
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Publisher City
San Antonio
Publication Date
August 29, 2025