As more people begin to use and experiment with generative AI, there is a growing awareness of its impact on the environment and sustainability. Every aspect of the AI lifecycle consumes natural resources, including energy, water and minerals, and as a result, releases greenhouse gases. There is an increasing emphasis on the need to use […]
As technology advances, the role of Generative AI (GenAI) in tertiary education is expanding significantly. GenAI can boost personal productivity, save tutor time and provide students with new tools to support their learning. Yet, it also introduces challenges such as safeguarding privacy, ensuring data security and maintaining academic integrity. This presents a challenge to institutions […]
Earlier this year, in response to member queries about cheaper alternatives to Turnitin, we established a working group to address AI detection issues in further education (FE). The aim of this group was to create guidance and provide recommendations around AI detection for the wider community. Meetings Our first meeting focused on AI detection issues […]
In 2021 Andrew Cormack, who served as Jisc’s Chief Regulatory Adviser from 1999 until his passing in 2023, created a thought-provoking, perceptive mini-MOOC on the ethics of artificial intelligence. Given the seismic shifts in the AI landscape since 2021, Jisc’s AI team had planned on updating Andrew’s original content significantly. However, on reviewing the material […]
Our first meetup of the year took place yesterday (10th September) and we had 80 attendees, including some new faces, which was great to see. We used our standard Lean Coffee format and unsurprisingly for the start of term Staff training and Student use were top of the list to discuss. Staff training Many institutions […]
You may not have been able to join our previous webinar series on AI literacy, or perhaps you have and want to continue growing your knowledge. We are excited to announce that we will be running the series again throughout October! In the ever-changing world of AI, it can be challenging to keep up with […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming a fundamental part of our daily lives. Its integration into various sectors has brought significant transformations, influencing how we work, communicate, and make decisions. While AI offers numerous benefits, it also presents challenges that need to be addressed to ensure its positive impact on society. One critical area that […]
The proliferation of generative AI (GenAI) tools and services is changing academic teaching and research. As digital tool providers increase the availability of these technologies, academics find themselves at a crossroads. The benefits of GenAI tools, ranging from increased efficiency and improved data analysis to innovative content creation are undeniable. However, it’s crucial to explore […]
Following our ongoing efforts to develop AI literacy definition within Further Education (FE), we’ve now extended our focus to include learners. As the role of generative (Gen) AI in education continues to grow, it’s essential that students have a basic understanding of these tools, not only for their future careers but also to support their […]
Welcome back, from what was hopefully a good summer break. We have a whole raft of news articles and vendor announcements for you. Research Papers The Adoption of ChatGPT, by Anders Humlum and Emilie Vestergaard – May 9, 2024. large-scale survey (Nov 2023 – Jan 2024) of 100,000 workers from 11 exposed occupations, linked to […]