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With the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, its application in the field of higher education is becoming more and more extensive. This study uses the method of systematic literature review to search the Scopus database for systematic literature reviews on AI and higher education from 2020 to 2025, selects 15 classic documents, and comprehensively analyzes the trends and gaps in the current systematic literature review research on AI and higher education. It aims to provide comprehensive information reference for researchers and practitioners in the field of higher education.
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