Well, I Won't Do THAT Again: How Assessment Helps Find Better Ways to Address AI in the Classroom |
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When the Artificial Intelligence system, ChatGPT, was launched in November 2022, it significantly impacted the world of academia. Headlines in news articles and magazines raised questions such as: "Will the College Essay Survive ChatGPT?", "Is ChatGPT the End of Trust?", and "ChatGPT Means the End of College." Despite varied predictions about the role of ChatGPT and AI systems in the classroom – ranging from dystopian outcomes to improvements in higher education or a mix of both – there is a consensus that these systems have markedly transformed higher education, presenting new challenges and opportunities for faculty and students.
The presentation aims to provide evidence of how assessment has offered insights for enhancing assignments and pedagogy to effectively incorporate ChatGPT in classroom settings. It addresses the crucial question: With numerous methods available to ensure student learning outcomes, which are the most effective? This exploration delves into various options and their implications. Furthermore, each assessment technique presented is approached with an equity-minded perspective. The discussion on every tool and strategy begins with a focus on equity, ensuring that the adaptation to AI tools like ChatGPT in education is inclusive and considers the diverse needs of all students. |