Navigating the Frontier: Addressing Artificial Intelligence Challenges in Tourism and Hospitality Education
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In this article, we explore artificial intelligence (AI) integration in tourism and hospitality education, analyze its implications, and propose strategies to address challenges. While AI has revolutionized operational processes and customer experiences, its adoption in higher education presents various opportunities and hurdles. The rapid evolution of AI necessitates frequent curriculum updates and faculty development. Moreover, addressing the digital divide and ethical considerations is also crucial. The article categorizes the implications into technological advancements, educational impacts, and future trends. Strategies for addressing AI challenges include curriculum integration, experiential learning, faculty development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ethical education. By embracing AI responsibly, educational institutions can prepare students for success in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, ensuring positive social and economic impacts.
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- Authors
- Aydin, B., & Sirkeci, I.
- Venue
- Transnational Education Review
- Publisher
- Transnational Press London
- Published
- 2024-05-31
- Volume
- 2
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 49-53
- ISSN
- 2753-8656 (ISSN-L)
- 2753-8664
- OpenAlex
- W4399557203
- Cited by
- 6
- References
- 14
- Citations by year
- 2026: 3 · 2025: 3
- FWCI
- 3.39
- Type
- journal article
- Language
- en
- Open access
- diamond
- doi.org
- Licence
- Locations
- Transnational Education Review (publishedVersion, cc-by-nc-nd)
- Topics
- Social Sciences › Business, Management and Accounting › Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management › Hospitality and Tourism Education
- Physical Sciences › Computer Science › Information Systems › Artificial Intelligence in Education
- Physical Sciences › Computer Science › Artificial Intelligence › AI in Service Interactions
- Keywords
- artificial intelligence in education, tourism education, hospitality education, curriculum integration, faculty development, digital divide, AI ethics, experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, Fourth Industrial Revolution, higher education
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