Chinese universities are actively encouraging students to use AI tools in their coursework, marking a departure from Western institutions that continue to wrestle with AI's educational role. A survey by the Mycos Institute found that 99% of Chinese university faculty and students use AI tools, with nearly 60% using them multiple times daily or weekly. The shift represents a complete reversal from two years ago when students were told to avoid AI for assignments. Universities including Tsinghua, Remin, Nanjing, and Fudan have rolled out AI literacy courses and degree programs open to all students, not just computer science majors. The Chinese Ministry of Education released national "AI+ education" guidelines in April 2025 calling for sweeping reforms. Meanwhile, 80% of job openings for fresh graduates now list AI skills as advantageous.Read more of this story at Slashdot.