SDSU faculty micro-credential advances responsible AI literacy in higher education
La Monica Everett-Haynes
June 2, 2026
Published in the Journal of Information Systems Education, the study shows faculty gained confidence using generative AI while maintaining ethical caution.
Faculty who completed a generative AI micro-credential developed at San Diego State University reported increased use of AI tools and greater confidence engaging with the technology while continuing to emphasize ethical and responsible use, according to newly published research.
The study, led by David M. Goldberg, professor of management information systems, found that faculty became more likely to use generative AI, less skeptical of its role in education and more convinced that AI will shape their professional future.
At the same time, participants continued to emphasize the importance of verifying AI-generated content and considering ethical risks.
