Learning with AI

Governance, leadership, and the decisions shaping AI in higher education.

Universities across the world are making decisions that will shape how artificial intelligence becomes part of teaching and learning. The challenge extends beyond selecting new technology. It requires leadership, institutional alignment, faculty engagement, and clear governance. In this episode of Learning with AI, Gladys Mercier talks with Dr. Tim Herd, higher education researcher and governance expert, about how colleges and universities can develop thoughtful strategies for adoption while balancing innovation, trust, academic values, and institutional priorities. Together they discuss: • Why university governance plays a central role in AI adoption • How faculty, administrators, and governing boards contribute to institutional strategy • Lessons from current initiatives across higher education • Building trust between institutions and technology providers • Creating campus-wide support while respecting the unique needs of different disciplines • Preparing students for a future where AI is part of everyday work and learning Whether you're a faculty member, dean, provost, instructional designer, or higher education leader, this conversation offers practical perspectives for making informed decisions about AI across your institution.

A Conversation with Professor Marx Gomez-Liendo, sociologist at De Anza College

Artificial intelligence is transforming education—but is it actually good or bad? In this episode of Learning with AI, Professor Marx Gomez-Liendo, sociologist at De Anza College, explores why that question may be the wrong place to start. Together, we discuss: • Why AI is better understood as a catalyst than a solution • What sociology teaches us about AI adoption in higher education • Open education, equity, and the future of learning • Why universities need AI literacy—not just AI tools • How faculty, students, and leaders can shape AI instead of simply reacting to it Rather than taking an optimistic or pessimistic view, this conversation offers a thoughtful framework for educators navigating one of the biggest technological shifts in higher education. If you're a professor, instructional designer, academic leader, or simply interested in the future of learning, this episode is for you. Learning with AI is a ScholarStack podcast exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping teaching, learning, and higher education through conversations with researchers, educators, and innovators.

A Conversation with David Miller, Founder of ScholarStack

Host Gladys Mercier sits down with David Miller, founder of ScholarStack, to discuss how AI can be intentionally designed to enhance learning for students, support faculty, and inform institutional leaders.