The interdisciplinary imperative: reimagining education from AI+X

In this talk, Thomas Chiu will discuss the interdisciplinary imperative in higher education, arguing for a shift from AI as a mere tool to an AI+X framework that integrates AI across disciplines. Drawing on recent research and institutional experience, Thomas Chiu examines how generative AI transforms student learning outcomes, assessment practices, pedagogy, and curriculum design. Rather than focusing on plagiarism concerns, he foregrounds student perspectives and advocates for embedding AI literacy, human skills, and interdisciplinary thinking into core education. The goal is to prepare future-ready graduates who can critically collaborate with AI while exercising human judgment, creativity, and ethical reasoning.