Amber Artiaga, DBA, is a strong advocate for the use of modern technology in education. She believes that the stance of these tools being inherently bad for learning and development is misguided and will only hinder students' ability to compete in the workforce of tomorrow. As an educator, Amber emphasizes the importance of preparing students for the present and future by providing them with access to the latest tools and resources. Her forward-thinking approach has helped her students achieve successful outcomes and has earned her recognition as a leader in education.

On this episode of Academic Survival, I speak with Dr. Amber Artiaga about her organization's approach to student experience and the role of AI in education. Amber shares her own struggles with scheduling classes during undergrad and how her organization removes the guesswork by building schedules for students. She emphasizes the need for community and belonging in online education and how her organization provides resources to ensure that. Amber also dives into the potential of AI in education and how it can help with metacognition and distilling information while encouraging critical thinking. Additionally, she shares insights on creating a more engaging and visually dynamic experience in online education, treating students as whole people, and ensuring quality support and care for students throughout their academic journey. Tune in to learn how Amber's institution utilizes virtual orientation for online students and provides personalized support to help them acclimate to the learning environment and achieve their career goals.