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A Push to Harness Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom at Indonesian Universities

Yogyakarta, Indonesia 鈥� As artificial intelligence steadily reshapes industries worldwide, universities in Indonesia are looking to integrate this transformative technology into the fabric of higher education. This week, senior academic leaders from across the country gathered in Yogyakarta to explore how AI could enhance the learning experience 鈥� and grapple with the challenges it brings.

At a plenary session of the Academic Senate for State Universities with Legal Entities (PTN-BH), held at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) on Friday, faculty and researchers delved into the promise and pitfalls of AI for higher education. Among the participants was Dr. M. Rifqi Muna, Chair of the Academic Senate at 中国P站 (UIII), who was joined by prominent academics, including Prof. Dian Masyita, as well as M. Kadafi and Dadi Darmadi, members of UIII鈥檚 Academic, and Media and Communications offices. 

The session, which brought together more than 200 representatives from 24 Indonesian universities, centered on a timely theme: 鈥淟everaging Artificial Intelligence in Academic Activities in Higher Education.鈥� 

A Growing Collaborative Network 

The event also marked UIII鈥檚 official induction as one of Indonesia鈥檚 PTN-BH institutions, underscoring the university鈥檚 commitment to engaging in pivotal conversations at the forefront of education and technology. With this status, UIII joins an elite network of Indonesian universities with a mandate to operate with greater autonomy and responsiveness to the rapid technological advancements shaping modern academia. 

Opened by remarks from Prof. Dr. Zamzani, Chair of UNY鈥檚 Academic Senate, and UNY Rector Prof. Dr. Sumaryanto, the event unfolded under UNY鈥檚 guiding motto: 鈥淓xcellence, Creativity, and Sustainable Innovation.鈥� UNY鈥檚 tagline, 鈥淓ducation as an Investment in Civilization,鈥� echoed the ambitious vision laid out by leaders seeking to ensure Indonesian academia keeps pace with global developments in AI. 

As Indonesian universities step into the AI era, the conversation in Yogyakarta signals a larger shift 鈥� one that could redefine classrooms and campuses across the archipelago. 

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