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A comprehensive global review of how institutions are using AI to enhance student engagement, drawing on 106 case studies across six engagement dimensions.

The Digital Education Council’s new report on student engagement presents the first comprehensive global review of how institutions are experimenting with AI to enhance student engagement.

Drawing on 106 case studies, the report offers higher education institutions a practical guide to improving student engagement across six engagement aspects. It features:

• 24 emerging methodologies for applying AI
• Step-by-step guidance to support thoughtful implementation
• Analysis of shifting relational dynamics between students, faculty, peers, and content

AI for Student Engagement: A Global Review of Emerging Strategies is now available for download, supporting higher education leaders and educators in designing evidence-based and pedagogically sound strategies to enhance student engagement.

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