Artificial intelligence

What role should artificial intelligence play in higher education? From ChatGPT to DeepSeek, generative AI (GenAI) tools of all kinds are forcing a rethink of university teaching, assessment, research and administrative work. Find out how to build AI literacy across an institution, use GenAI to support learning, harness AI tools as teaching and research assistants and manage the risks posed by GenAI and other AI technologies.

By Laura.Duckett, 4 October, 2024

Closing the digital divide in higher education

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A sign saying "digital literacy" hung up on a shelf with books behind it
A one-size-fits-all approach to digital literacy training simply won’t cut it; institutions need to tailor programmes to the varying needs of their staff
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5minutes
By kiera.obrien, 1 October, 2024

How to navigate the grey areas of AI ethics

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An AI traffic light
With principles on AI’s use still evolving, universities must navigate a complex ethical landscape. Here are ways they can help shape responsible application of the tool
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 11 September, 2024

AI as tutor and critic: using tech to personalise education

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Artificial intelligence can have practical applications for assessment in higher education, despite the focus on the threats it poses. Here are considerations when using AI to support teaching and generate feedback
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 6 September, 2024

Is it worth paying for GenAI?

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Robot with people rolling coins, AI subscription
How useful is artificial intelligence for syllabus design? A law lecturer compared the free and subscription versions of three generative AI platforms, with surprising results
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4minutes
Artificial intelligence