AI meets academia: the fire model's vision for enhanced learning

Nancy Mohamed Afifi

Abstract


The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education has transformed pedagogical methodologies, particularly within university academic writing courses, offering unprecedented levels of personalization, efficiency, and interactive learning. This research introduces the Framework for Intelligent Reformation of Education (FIRE Model), a novel educational framework designed to harmonize AI capabilities with the critical and empathetic roles of human educators. The FIRE Model aims to enhance both the operational aspects of education and the quality of student learning experiences while maintaining academic integrity and fostering critical thinking. Despite the advantages of AI in educational settings, such as improved accessibility and administrative efficiency, concerns persist regarding academic integrity and the authentic development of student skills. AI's capacity to generate complex written outputs poses significant challenges to traditional evaluation methods and potentially undermines the development of critical thinking. The FIRE Model addresses these issues by integrating AI in a supportive role, enhancing rather than replacing traditional educational interactions. It proposes a structured, phased approach that emphasizes the synergy between AI tools and human oversight, ensuring a balanced educational experience that fosters academic excellence and ethical development. This paper explores the implications of the FIRE Model, discussing its potential to revolutionize academic writing instruction by providing a detailed framework for the effective integration of AI. The discussion extends to the model’s adaptability across different educational contexts and its role in promoting a deeper, more critical engagement with content. The research contributes to the discourse on AI in education by demonstrating how intelligently integrated AI can enhance the learning environment without compromising the essential human elements of teaching and learning. The FIRE Model offers significant insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers aiming to leverage AI technologies while preserving the integrity and efficacy of educational practices.

 

Received: 20 August 2024

Accepted: 21 September 2024

Published: 29 September 2024


Keywords


Academic Integrity; Academic Writing; Artificial Intelligence; Educational Technology; FIRE Model; Higher Education; Human-AI Collaboration; Pedagogical Methodologies; Personalized Learning

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