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 […]
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 […]
Legacy post: AI is a fast-moving technology and unfortunately, this post now contains out-of-date information. The post is now available just for those that need to reference older articles. We have published a newer guide to AI Tools here: AI Tools Blog – Artificial intelligence There was a huge amount of interest in sharing details of […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]