12:15 - 13:00
Parallel sessions 4
Submission 18
AI in Higher Education: Bridging Theory and Practice Via Institutional Toolkits
Presented by: Anna Sánchez-Caballé
Anna Sánchez-CaballéMªÁngeles Llopis NebotSara BuilsFrancesc Esteve-Mon
Universitat Jaume I
The emergence of artificial intelligence has fundamentally reshaped higher education, necessitating a transition toward responsible pedagogical strategies that address ethical risks such as academic integrity, data privacy, and algorithmic bias. This exploratory study, conducted in January 2026, examines nine specialized toolkits developed by prestigious universities across Europe and the Americas—including Harvard, York St John, and the University of Granada—to guide AI integration. The findings reveal that these platforms primarily focus on digital literacy, ethical frameworks, and pedagogical experimentation, with text remaining the predominant format despite a gradual increase in multimedia and interactive content. Ultimately, the research highlights a proactive institutional shift aimed at balancing innovation with regulation. However, it also emphasizes the urgent need to diversify resource formats and strengthen ethical guidelines to ensure that AI serves as a catalyst for educational growth without compromising academic quality or institutional standards.