The 3rd Tsinghua Higher Education Forum commences in Beijing

The 3rd Tsinghua Higher Education Forum officially opened today at the Beijing Conference Center, bringing together distinguished scholars, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the globe. Under the theme "Boundaries of Possibility: Empowering Higher Education with Artificial Intelligence," the forum is set to examine the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) within the higher education sector.

The opening ceremony featured remarks from prominent figures, including Stefania Giannini, Assistant Director-General for Education of UNESCO; Song Yi, Director General of the Department of Higher Education at the Ministry of Education; Lin Huiqing, Vice President of the China Association of Higher Education; and Li Luming, President of Tsinghua University. 

A key highlight of the day was the release of the report Beyond the Horizon: The Global Development of AI-Empowered Higher Education. This comprehensive document offers a detailed analysis of the current state of AI in education, alongside strategic recommendations for institutions navigating this rapidly evolving landscape.

Over the next two days, the forum will host a series of focused discussions on critical topics, including the re-examination of higher education’s values, purpose, and ethics in the AI era; the role of AI in transforming university governance; the integration of AI into university curricula and assessment; and the implications for talent cultivation in a digitally-driven world. These sessions are designed to foster in-depth dialogue and generate actionable insights that will guide the future direction of global higher education.

The 3rd Tsinghua Higher Education Forum is positioned as a pivotal event in the global education calendar, offering a platform for exchanging ideas, forging international collaborations, and setting the strategic agenda for the integration of AI in higher education. The outcomes of this forum will play a crucial role in shaping educational policies and practices in the years to come, ensuring that the adoption of AI enhances the quality, equity, and accessibility of higher education worldwide.

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