It’s time for Ann and Fry to join the ranks at Ferris State University in Michigan. No, they won’t be taking up physical space in the lecture halls, but rather, they’ll be virtually present, interacting with students through the wonders of technology.
Associate professor Kasey Thompson is spearheading this bold experiment, aiming to explore the potential impact of artificial intelligence on education and career pathways. Ann and Fry won’t just be passive listeners; they’ll actively participate in discussions, work on assignments, and, most notably, decide which courses to take. It’s all part of a grand plan to understand how to better serve future students at the university. The decision to let AI students ‘choose’ their academic paths certainly raises eyebrows, leaving one to wonder if AI could become a successful student through both undergraduate and even graduate studies.
As the virtual semester unfolds, researchers will delve into the data to assess what the AI students have learned and, conversely, what the university has gleaned from their virtual presence. The burning question arises – will Ann and Fry’s virtual achievements be enough to land them a job in the real world? All eyes are on this intriguing experiment as it unfolds.
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