AI-Enhanced Digital Literacy: A Framework for Higher Education and Workforce Collaboration

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Author(s): Vinay Kambhampati (Illinois Institute of Technology, USA)and Rahul K. Patel (Illinois Institute of Technology, USA)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 32
Source title: Institutes of Higher Education (IHE) and Workforce Collaboration for Digital Literacy
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Amanda Nelms (Belmont University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-0004-7.ch007

Keywords: Digital Literacy / Educational Administration and Leadership / Information Science Reference / Library & Information Science

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The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has forced the reassessment of how individuals are prepared for an AI-integrated future and what is needed to reshape education, work, and digital interaction. In this chapter authors studied and explored the need for a collaborative approach between educational institutions and industry to bridge the gap between academic training and workplace demands. This research study highlights the importance of critical thinking, practical application, and confidence building in AI-enhanced environments in addition to tool-specific training. The analysis is structured around three core areas: (a) Academic Integration – the incorporation of AI and digital skills across university curricula; (b) Industry Requirements – the role of businesses in shaping curriculum through real-world insights; and (c) Collaborative Frameworks – the development of industry-education partnerships that foster integrated learning opportunities.

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