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Age Restrictions and Consent to use Generative AI

Version 1.1 – 3rd Sept 2024. First version published 9th Aug 2024 One key challenge institutions are facing when looking to adopt Generative AI relates to age restrictions and consent issues for learners under 18. This is not a new problem; age restrictions have been in place for several years when using online tools, and institutions […]

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AI Tools

There was a huge amount of interest in sharing details of AI tools in our last HE Community session. We’ve given some thought to how we might best do that in a way that is both useful but also achievable. There are lots of directories of AI tools and we don’t want to try and […]

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Embracing Generative AI in Assessments: A Guided Approach

In the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technology, generative AI (GenAI) tools such as ChatGPT continue to impact teaching and learning experiences.  Integrating GenAI into assessments isn’t about using new technology; it’s about enhancing the way we evaluate learning by enabling higher-level cognitive tasks. Students want education to adapt and embrace GenAI as they see […]

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A Generative AI Primer

Publishing an intro to generative AI is a challenge as things are moving so quickly.  However, we think things have now settled down enough for us to bring together information in a single place, to create a short primer.  This blog post will be updated as needed, and we have also produced a version as […]

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Do you feel guilty about using GenAI?

Have you ever felt like you were cheating when using GenAI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot 365? You’re not alone, I’ve heard this a lot recently, but let’s unpack why this might not be the case. Traditionally when I start a new piece of work, particularly when it is something I have never done before […]

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AI and Assistive Technology – Grammarly

We’ve recently been part of more and more discussions around the uses of Generative AI as, or in, Assistive Technology.   Grammarly has emerged as a key tool in this discussion due to its unique combination of being a well-established assistive tool, with an existing student and learner userbase, available to users 16+, that has made […]

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What is AI Sovereignty and why does it matter for education?

The phrases ‘Data Sovereignty’, ‘Digital Sovereignty’, and ‘AI Sovereignty’ are coming up more and more, so I thought it would be useful to try to unpack them, and understand why they matter.  The terms sound similar, but I’d argue that they are in fact, quite different, with very different concerns. Data Sovereignty is concerned with […]

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What do we mean by open-source AI?

I’ve been writing a blog post about AI Sovereignty this week, and as I did it felt that I was going to get responses that ‘open-source was the answer’, so I thought it would be useful delve into this as well.  The particular issue I want to explore is that some of the concepts behind […]

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HE Generative AI Literacy Definition

Download a Welsh Language version of this resource AI literacy is essential for navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of generative AI (GenAI). We have framed our approach around three fundamental areas—Terms, Tools, and Tasks— to create a comprehensive approach to understanding and applying GenAI effectively. Adopting this model should ensure that staff members are not […]

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AI Procurement Due Diligence

Why AI Due Diligence is Crucial for Education and Research Artificial intelligence (AI) holds immense potential to revolutionize the educational landscape by enhancing teaching methods, personalizing learning experiences, and streamlining administrative tasks. These advancements can lead to more effective learning environments, tailored educational pathways for students, and more efficient operations within educational institutions. However, the […]