There is, rightly, a lot of concern around AI and data security and privacy. However, it’s important we worry about the right things, and ideally for the right reasons. In particular, we are concerned that too much consideration is being given to the relatively low risks around AI training data obtained through the use of […]
This month our HE Community meet-up focused on AI skills. We started with a discussion on current uses of GenAI: Learning, Teaching, and Assessment: To plan and adapt lectures to specific modules. Help with transcribing, reimagining lectures, and creating AI-driven assessments. Managing course-related tasks, such as setting up projects and handling student enquiries. Accessibility and […]
I’m sure you all know that the government’s new AI Opportunities Action Plan was released this week. I think the plan is a fantastic start. I want to share some of my thoughts on why, and some initial thoughts on what I think it means for us and education as whole. For those that […]
Legacy post: AI is a fast-moving technology and unfortunately this post now contains out-of-date information.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 blog with our updated curriculum called AI Literacy Curriculum for Teaching and Learning Staff (note: last updated 10 January 2025 – see […]
Legacy post: AI is a fast-moving technology and unfortunately this post now contains out-of-date information.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’re thrilled to introduce new resources designed to help staff build their AI literacy skills. These materials help educators and professional services staff understand and use […]
Our monthly round up of AI articles, news and developments: Useful Articles University of Sydney to allow students to use AI in assessments. The University of Sydney has announced that it will allow students to use artificial intelligence tools for some assignments CILIP Webinar recording Is copyright a barrier to AI? An overview of the […]
In our final Further Education community session of 2024, we were joined by Bryony Evett Hackfort, Director of Teaching, Learning and Education at Coleg Sir Gȃr | Coleg Ceredigion. Bryony presented ‘‘To AI or not to AI’ The story so far”, sharing insights into her college’s ongoing journey with AI, and highlighting their focus on an […]
In November, as part of a week of engagement for Jisc’s accessibility and assistive technology communities, we held a discussion session to consider current issues around AI use in assessment and the impacts on assistive technology users. Our aim was to bring the AI, accessibility and assistive technology communities together to hear about current experiences […]
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Nov ’24 HE Community meetup
Our November community meeting followed the usual Lean Coffee format and a lively discussion was held, covering three areas: AI-Assisted Marking Tools: A Slow yet Steady Integration The conversation revealed a cautious but growing interest in AI-assisted marking tools. While some institutions are experimenting with proprietary solutions, many are awaiting enhancements to existing systems like […]
For our November AI in FE session, we were joined by Adam Leeson, Lead Quality Practitioner in Digital Pedagogy from SMB Group. Adam led an interactive and insightful session on developing AI literacy. Taking us through their journey to developing staff and learner AI literacy through practical steps like creating policies, staff training, and learner […]