The event, held at the KEDGE Business School campus in Paris, brought together more than 150 experts, lecturers and administrators from private higher education institutions to discuss the issues, challenges and prospects associated with integrating this technology into the education sector.

An inspiring opening address by Tawhid CHTIOUI

Generative AI: a revolution for higher education

The social foresight conference organised by the Professional Union for Private Higher Education (UPES) opened with a captivating keynote address delivered by Tawhid Chtioui, founder and president of aivancity. This presentation laid the foundations for the day’s discussions by exploring in depth the implications of generative AI for higher education.

Tawhid Chtioui introduced generative AI and highlighted its applications in higher education: personalised learning, the creation of educational materials, the automation of assessments, and support for teachers. However, he highlighted ethical challenges such as algorithmic bias, responsibility for content, and data privacy. In conclusion, he called for responsible adoption, underpinned by clear regulations and public-private collaboration.

Collaborative workshops led by key stakeholders

The feedback from the workshops highlighted a shared commitment to integrating generative AI into educational institutions, whilst taking ethical considerations and specific needs into account

The closing session, co-hosted by Tawhid Chtioui, highlighted the importance of establishing a transparent and ethical framework to support this technological transformation, whilst offering insightful perspectives on the future development of AI.