AI-Generated Deepfake Lecture Videos: Blessing or Curse for Educators?

As the landscape of education transforms, we are faced with the possibilities and complexities of emerging technologies, such as AI-generated deepfake lecture videos. On one hand, these tools hold the promise of enhancing accessibility, efficiency, and personalization in our teaching practices. On the other, they raise valid concerns about the preservation of the human touch

Generative AI Product Tracker (ITHAKA S+ R)

Did you know that Ithaka S+R has released their ‘Generative AI Product Tracker’? Check it today! “The Generative AI Product Tracker lists generative AI products that are either marketed specifically towards postsecondary faculty or students or appear to be actively in use by postsecondary faculty or students for teaching, learning, or research activities. The Tracker

Rethinking Rubrics: Including AI Criteria for Assessing Student Writing

Assessing student writing has always been a complex task for educators. Traditional rubrics have long been relied upon to evaluate various aspects of an essay, including grammar, organization, and clarity. However, with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), it has become essential to adapt our assessment methods to acknowledge the role of AI in student

Generative AI in Academic Research: Perspectives and Cultural Norms

This report, titled “Generative AI in Academic Research: Perspectives and Cultural Norms,” was prepared by the Cornell University Task Force in December 2023. The report provides perspectives, guidelines, and considerations for the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in academic research. It emphasizes the need to balance the potential benefits and risks of GenAI tools

Academic Integrity and Artificial Intelligence (AI) webinar

“The QCAA developed this webinar to help teachers and schools deepen their understanding of academic integrity and academic misconduct given the recent developments in AI. The webinar focused on ethical scholarship in the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) system.” (Source)

Testing of Detection Tools for AI‑Generated Text

The article discusses the potential risks associated with the unfair use of AI-generated content in an academic environment and the efforts to detect such content. The authors examine the functionality of various detection tools for AI-generated text and evaluate their accuracy and error types. The study aims to determine if existing detection tools can effectively

Shifting the Focus: From Cheating to Energy Extensiveness in AI

Shifting the Focus: From Cheating to Energy Extensiveness in AI Teachers frequently face challenges related to technological advancements. One such challenge or concern is the use of AI-powered tools like ChatGPT, which has sparked debates about cheating and academic integrity. While these issues are important, it might be time for educators to shift their focus

Rethinking the “Cheating” Narrative

The integration of technology is inevitable. However, one aspect that often sparks controversy is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in assessment. The common belief that students are using AI to cheat needs to be re-examined. The truth is, that this perspective tends to overlook the challenges faced by students, particularly those with English as

Academic Integrity and Artificial Intelligence (AI) -webinar

The key idea of the video is that while generative AI technology offers new opportunities for teaching and learning, it also raises concerns about cheating and plagiarism, necessitating regulation, awareness, and responsible use of AI in education.