The Future of Work in Education: How AI is Reshaping HR Roles
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Analytic Intelligence, Human Resource Management, education sectorAbstract
Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolutionises educational organisations and Human Resource (HR) management. This study examines how artificial intelligence reshapes HR functions in educational environments, highlighting emerging efficiencies, new trends, challenges and ethics. This research focuses on four case studies on how to use AI for acceptance and implementation and their influence across HR functions. Findings reveal that AI impacts training and development (T&D) through technology and automation in the learning process. T&D is one of the most significant functions of HR. In contrast, administrative functions and Human Resource forecasting are less affected due to implementation barriers, resource availability and ethical issues. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of sufficient budget, technological setup, and skill development for the proper implementation of AI in schools. The paper also emphasises data privacy as an ethical issue that protects and responsibly handles personal information, especially for students and employees. The study suggests a theoretical framework to support HR practice in the most competitive and technologically advanced ways. Practically, using AI in education is achievable if institutions create education policies, protect data, invest in education, and encourage data-driven policy-making and unbiased and objective decisions.
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