D2L Survey Finds AI-Enabled Learning Tools Can Help Unlock Time Savings for Higher Ed Professionals

Core Insights - The D2L AI in Education survey indicates a rising confidence among educators in utilizing AI, but highlights a significant demand for clearer institutional policies regarding AI usage [1][2][6]. Group 1: Educator Confidence and AI Adoption - 74% of educators express the need for a clear AI policy, yet only 46% report having received explicit guidelines from their institutions [2]. - 64% of educators have access to paid AI tools, with 63% indicating an increase in usage this academic year [8]. - 37% of educators feel more confident using AI compared to the previous year [8]. Group 2: Efficiency and Time-Saving - Educators using AI-enabled learning management systems (LMS) report significant time savings, with 85% experiencing efficiency compared to 51% of those not using such tools [3]. - Among educators who use AI, 52% report some time savings, while 40% report no time savings, and 8% claim that AI adds time to their workweek [4]. Group 3: Institutional Guidance and Regional Variations - Only 29% of educators have received updated AI guidance this academic year, with those in the South (38%) and Northeast (30%) more likely to receive guidance compared to the Midwest (15%) [5]. Group 4: Academic Integrity Concerns - 46% of educators express concerns about students' overreliance on AI, and 60% have redesigned assessments to maintain academic integrity, particularly among Gen Z and Millennial educators [6].