Transforming Learning: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Shaping Higher Education for Students in Punjab

Abstract

This research study aims to examine the impact of artificial intelligence on higher education in Indian universities, with a particular emphasis on issues such as academic achievement, student engagement, and workforce preparedness. The objective of the research is to raise awareness among policymakers, stakeholders, and educational institutions regarding the potential impact of artificial intelligence on the academic performance of students during their higher education and the Indian education system in the future. 500 students from a variety of colleges in the Hoshiarpur district were surveyed in this study, which employed a causal design and convenience sampling. 260 students responded to an eight-question Google form. This paper investigates the correlation between AI and the results of higher education by employing regression analysis on primary data. SPSS 25 version software is employed as a statistical instrument for multiple regression. The outcomes are indicative of the fruitful and profound role that AI performs in higher education. To optimize student learning, academic outcomes, and professional readiness, higher institutions should explore the integration of AI technology into administrative tasks, course planning, and other academic activities. Additionally, AI governance policies must remain cognizant of concerns such as academic integrity, algorithmic biases, and data privacy. Providing a focused evaluation of AI's function in Indian higher education, this work addresses a gap in the literature by delivering empirical findings based on primary data. It also urges the balanced adoption of AI to ensure that both the benefits and the ethical dilemma are clearly understood. The current investigation contributes to the current discussions regarding the function of artificial intelligence in education, particularly in India.