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With artificial intelligence broadening its impact on all aspects of life, Elon University leaders have coordinated development of a statement of principles to guide higher education institutions as they prepare humanity for the revolution brought about by this rapidly evolving and groundbreaking technology.

President Connie Ledoux Book led a discussion about AI and higher education at the Internet Governance Forum in Kyoto, Japan on Oct. 9, 2023

The statement was co-authored by Elon President Connie Ledoux Book, Elon scholar-in-residence Lee Rainie and Professor Divina Frau-Meigs of Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris and has generated feedback and support from higher education organizations, leaders and scholars from around the world.

he authors were joined by fellow scholars on Monday, Oct. 9, in Kyoto, Japan, at the 18th annual United Nations Internet Governance Forum. They led a discussion about the multitude of ways higher education institutions can develop artificial intelligence literacy and commit to serving society’s best interests as these technologies continue to expand.

Book explained that the six principles offered in the statement embody a call for the higher education community to be an integral partner in development and governance of AI.

“The statement provides a framework for leaders at colleges and universities around the world as they develop strategies to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow,” Book said during the session, which generated in-person and online attendees from around the globe. “At Elon University, faculty are adapting the statement as they create policies on AI and design new approaches to teaching and learning.” (See an Elon University white paper on generative AI strategy)