This book offers a practical and research-informed foundation for future community college leaders navigating the evolving digital landscape. Centered on the integration of educational technology into institutional planning, pedagogy, student success, and leadership, the book guides readers in critically evaluating digital tools, designing inclusive solutions, and anticipating emerging trends such as generative AI, cybersecurity, and equity-driven innovation. Blending theory, case studies, and reflective practice, this book equips doctoral students and practitioners with the skills needed to lead transformation in community colleges through ethical and strategic use of technology.
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"This book is a vital resource for community college leaders, offering practical strategies to navigate technological change while prioritizing equitable student success. Its concise, actionable insights make it essential for shaping inclusive and innovative educational environments."
— Lance D. Bowen, PhD, Dean, School of Science, Technology & Education, Anne Arundel Community College, Maryland
"A timely and transformative contribution, this book illuminates how community colleges can embrace digital innovation while staying true to their mission of access and equity. It is both practical and visionary, offering strategies that leaders, faculty, and staff can immediately apply to strengthen student success in a rapidly evolving landscape."
— Roshelle Lemon-Howard, EdD, MSN, RN, Assistant Professor & Coordinator, Practical Nursing Certificate Program, Baltimore City Community College
"This book provides an authentic look into the challenges and opportunities within community colleges. It highlights innovative practices that empower faculty and future educators, making it an invaluable guide for those committed to student success and educational equity."
— Melenese Sivells, EdD, Professor of Education, Northampton Community College
"This book powerfully demonstrates how community college leaders can harness AI to drive innovation while keeping equity at the center of decision-making. It is an essential guide for faculty and program directors preparing students—and institutions—for the future of higher education." — Huong Nguyen, EdD, Program Director, Montgomery College
“As a community college administrator, I found this book an invaluable guide that bridges innovation with access, showing how AI can be leveraged to enhance equity, efficiency, and student achievement.”
— Lesley Shotts, EdD, Dean of Institutional Effectiveness, Grants, and Research / Title III Administrator / Accreditation Liaison, Drake State Community & Technical College
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) tools based on advanced language models, such as ChatGPT and Bard, is transforming industries and professions worldwide, and higher education is no exception. ChatGPT, an AI-powered chatbot developed by OpenAI, has created a substantial amount of conversation and controversy across academia regarding what generative AI means for teaching and learning in the classroom. There is plenty of speculation not only about how those innovations will affect the academic profession but also what unique opportunities and challenges they present to global higher education. In this book, authors delve into the impact of AI and ChatGPT on higher education leadership and management, examining potential opportunities and challenges that this innovative technology presents to teaching, research, program, and policy.
The primary purpose of this volume is to provide a comprehensive, research-driven analysis of AI chatbots’ roles in shaping institutions of higher education around the world. By exploring the transformative potential of ChatGPT in academic settings, this timely book aims to bridge the gap between technological innovation and its practical applications. In the long run, we anticipate that this volume will provide valuable insights and guidance for teacher-scholars, university administrators, and policymakers on leveraging this cutting-edge technology effectively and responsibly.
Edited By Xi Lin, Roy. Y Chan, Shyam Sharma, Krishna Bista
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