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The state of the art of generative artificial intelligence is changing at lightning speed. Advances come by the hour, not just by the day. How might this play out in higher ed? As senior fellow at UPCEA, the online and professional education association, and professor emeritus from the University of Illinois Springfield, I am fortunate to devote recent efforts to track, analyze and project the impact of technologies in higher education.
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Becky Tugman , Clemson University Keywords: Accessibility, Inclusion, Zoom Key Statement: Daily Zoom usage in an in-person class benefits both students and the professor by increasing student accessibility and creating a reference of the course material. Introduction During the pandemic, many instructors were forced to use Zoom to allow for social distancing and remote learning.
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