Policy Recommendations for the Realization of Intelligent Higher Education in Iran Based on Global Trends

Document Type : Original Article

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1 MSc. Student of Information Technology, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran

2 Prof., Department of Information Technology Eng., Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.

3 Assist. Prof. of Future Studies, Institute of Cultural and Social Studies,Tehran,Iran.

10.22034/jstp.2024.11659.1784

Abstract

Given the rapid acceleration of developments in emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, and its extensive and profound impact on various aspects of social life, including higher education, the need for efficient, comprehensive, and coordinated policies is felt more than ever. This article examines the development trajectory of artificial intelligence technology and analyzes the opportunities and challenges of its use in the field of higher education. Considering the unparalleled opportunities that this technology offers to the educational system, as well as the inherent risks it carries, the necessity for smart and forward-thinking policy-making to improve and enhance Iran's higher education system has been emphasized. In this article, key strategies for formulating and implementing appropriate policies to optimize the use of AI technologies in Iran's higher education are presented. These strategies can serve as a roadmap for educational officials and policymakers in the country, helping to improve the quality, efficiency, and flexibility of the higher education system. The goal of these proposals is to achieve balanced and sustainable development of higher education with a focus on productivity and quality, utilizing the capacities of AI to enhance educational processes and train skilled and specialized human resources. The implementation of these policies can play a key role in facilitating the digital transformation of higher education and strengthening Iran's position on the international stage.

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