Report: The cognitive & pedagogical implications of generative AI in education

Haga clic aquí para la traducción al español (Google Translate) Introduction This report synthesises findings from recent research on the application & impact of Large Language Models (LLMs) in educational settings. The evidence indicates that while LLMs present opportunities for efficiency, their integration poses significant cognitive hazards for learners & complex pedagogical challenges for educators.… Continue reading Report: The cognitive & pedagogical implications of generative AI in education

Digital sovereignty or digital colony? A wake-up call for Europe

Haga clic aquí para la traducción al español (Google Translate) An interview with Prof. Harald Wehnes: Introduction & summary “Without radical measures to reduce dependency on digital monopolies, the digital future of Germany & Europe is lost.” – Prof. Harald Wehnes In this alarming & thought provoking episode of Open Matters, host Richard Brock speaks… Continue reading Digital sovereignty or digital colony? A wake-up call for Europe

Making the student writing process transparent: Version control as a practical & pedagogical response to LLM enabled academic misconduct

Haga clic aquí para la traducción al español (Google Translate) Introduction: From policing to process Since the release of ChatGPT to the general public in late 2022, large language models (LLMs) have progressively blurred the lines between authentic student writing & ‘LLM assisted’ writing. Such writing is not entirely the student’s own work & does… Continue reading Making the student writing process transparent: Version control as a practical & pedagogical response to LLM enabled academic misconduct

Premature calls for AI literacy in curricula: A case against jumping on the AI-hype bandwagon

Haga clic aquí para la traducción al español Introduction The current public discourse on artificial intelligence (AI) has predictably triggered a surge in calls to incorporate “AI literacy” into curricula. Pundits, policymakers, educational consultants, & think tanks now routinely champion the inclusion of AI literacy, typically vaguely defined or entirely undefined, as an educational necessity.… Continue reading Premature calls for AI literacy in curricula: A case against jumping on the AI-hype bandwagon