American Youth Advocate for Inclusion of AI in University Curricula
Most college graduates in the United States want generative artificial intelligence tools to be incorporated into university courses. According to a new survey by Cengage Group, which conducts research on educational technologies, 70% of graduates in the country believe that basic generative AI training should be integrated into courses, while 55% stated that their degree programs did not prepare them to use new technology tools in the workforce. Additionally, 39% of the graduates surveyed expressed concern that generative AI could completely change their jobs.
According to the survey, 61% of Generation Z graduates in the United States feel unprepared for the workforce, compared to 48% for the Millennial generation and 60% for Generation X. Cengage Group CEO Michael Hansen noted that concerns about AI have diminished as expectations for the technology have become more realistic, stating, “The education system is a bit behind, so we haven’t built the curriculum we need.”
Cengage Group also surveyed employers, finding that half believe new hires lack AI skills. According to the survey, 62% of employers think that both potential and current employees should have basic knowledge of generative AI tools, while 58% said they are more likely to interview and hire candidates with AI experience.
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