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AI in Accounting Education: Bridging the Digital Divide with Dr. Mfon Akpan
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In this episode of AI, Government, and the Future, host Max Romanik is joined by Dr. Mfon Akpan, Assistant Professor of Accounting at Methodist University, to discuss the transformative potential and challenges of AI in accounting education and the workforce. They explore how AI can enhance productivity, bridge the digital divide, and the ethical considerations surrounding its use in academia. Dr. Akpan also shares his insights on the rapidly evolving technology landscape and the importance of lifelong learning.
With over a decade of experience in academia, Dr. Akpan has a strong foundation in teaching, research, and service within the fields of accounting, finance, business, and management. His innovative use of pedagogical methods and online platforms has significantly enhanced the educational experience for his students. Additionally, Dr. Akpan serves on the audit committee for the city of Fayetteville, North Carolina, contributing his expertise to oversee the city's financial affairs effectively.
Dr. Akpan highlights the importance of understanding how AI tools like large language models work, their potential to improve productivity, and the challenges they pose in terms of privacy, bias, and access. He emphasizes the need for educators, policymakers, and industry to collaborate in preparing students for the rapidly changing workforce and the role of lifelong learning in navigating this evolving landscape.
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With over a decade of experience in academia, Dr. Akpan has a strong foundation in teaching, research, and service within the fields of accounting, finance, business, and management. His innovative use of pedagogical methods and online platforms has significantly enhanced the educational experience for his students. Additionally, Dr. Akpan serves on the audit committee for the city of Fayetteville, North Carolina, contributing his expertise to oversee the city's financial affairs effectively.
Dr. Akpan highlights the importance of understanding how AI tools like large language models work, their potential to improve productivity, and the challenges they pose in terms of privacy, bias, and access. He emphasizes the need for educators, policymakers, and industry to collaborate in preparing students for the rapidly changing workforce and the role of lifelong learning in navigating this evolving landscape.
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- Max Romanik on LinkedIn
- Corner Alliance's Website
- Dr. Mfon Akpan on LinkedIn
- Dr. Mfon Akpan's Faculty Page
- City of Fayetteville, NC Website
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Previous guests include: Jesse Anglen of Rapid Innovation, Maya Sherman of Embassy of Israel In India, Alex Wirth of Quorum, Mfon Apkan of Methodist University, Dr. Eva-Marie Muller-Stuler of Ernst & Young, and Christophe Foulon
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