Emily Barnes
Dr. Emily Barnes is a leader and scholar with an extensive career in higher education and artificial intelligence. She holds a Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence from Capitol Technology University and an Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration, blending deep technical expertise with advanced leadership skills. Over her 15-year career, Dr. Barnes has held executive leadership positions, including Chief Digital Learning Officer and Dean of Lindenwood Global, Provost, Chief Operating Officer, and Interim President. In these roles, she has spearheaded initiatives that leverage technology to transform learning environments and has championed the integration of AI in both academic and operational systems.
Dr. Barnes is known for her innovative approaches to education, her commitment to student-centered learning, and her advocacy for women in STEM. Her research focuses on AI, ethics, and the future of higher education. She is the creator of the AI8 Model, a comprehensive framework for implementing AI in educational institutions and industry. This model addresses change management, ethical AI adoption, and the promotion of equity and fairness in AI-driven systems. Dr. Barnes's work has had a lasting impact on educational policies and practices, particularly in the areas of online learning, AI integration, and adult learner success.
A sought-after consultant and speaker, Dr. Barnes has consulted with numerous universities on the development of online divisions, AI integration, stackable credentials, and student retention strategies. She has published widely on leadership, technology in education, and the ethical challenges of AI in academia. Dr. Barnes’s dedication to fostering inclusive, tech-forward educational environments continues to shape the future of learning and leadership in higher education.
Outside of her professional achievements, Dr. Barnes is a passionate advocate for lifelong learning and a mentor to emerging leaders in education and technology. Her innovative work and leadership have earned her recognition as a thought leader at the intersection of AI, education, and leadership development.
Dr. Barnes is known for her innovative approaches to education, her commitment to student-centered learning, and her advocacy for women in STEM. Her research focuses on AI, ethics, and the future of higher education. She is the creator of the AI8 Model, a comprehensive framework for implementing AI in educational institutions and industry. This model addresses change management, ethical AI adoption, and the promotion of equity and fairness in AI-driven systems. Dr. Barnes's work has had a lasting impact on educational policies and practices, particularly in the areas of online learning, AI integration, and adult learner success.
A sought-after consultant and speaker, Dr. Barnes has consulted with numerous universities on the development of online divisions, AI integration, stackable credentials, and student retention strategies. She has published widely on leadership, technology in education, and the ethical challenges of AI in academia. Dr. Barnes’s dedication to fostering inclusive, tech-forward educational environments continues to shape the future of learning and leadership in higher education.
Outside of her professional achievements, Dr. Barnes is a passionate advocate for lifelong learning and a mentor to emerging leaders in education and technology. Her innovative work and leadership have earned her recognition as a thought leader at the intersection of AI, education, and leadership development.
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