Session 51: Artificial Intelligence in the classroom: insights from realworld experiences

Abstract

In today's digital era, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the educational landscape has become increasingly prevalent. This presentation discusses the transformative role of AI, particularly the utilisation of natural language processing (NLP) software, with a focus on its application within the classroom environment. Drawing from first-hand experiences during the previous two academic years, this presentation sheds light on the dynamic interplay between AI, lecturers, and students.

Firstly, I will highlight students' perspectives - both the uses and misuses of AI, especially in student learning and assignments preparation. The latter is a particularly important area to explore, as AI holds the potential for misuse and raises ethical considerations. Through reflections on real-world encounters in my modules, the presentation will navigate the ethical dimensions of AI implementation in education, addressing challenges related to academic integrity. These considerations indeed prompt educators to reconsider traditional assignment formats, such as reports, and explore alternative design approaches.

The second part will focus on educators. The presentation will underscore the symbiotic relationship between AI and educators, emphasising how AI-powered language models can serve as invaluable tools in content creation and assessment design. Based on my own experiences, I will showcase the use of AI for designing assignments, particularly quizzes, and explore its potential applications in automatic grading.