By M’hammed Abdous
Artificial intelligence content generation tools (AICGTs), such as ChatGPT and DALL●E 2, have the potential to transform the teaching, learning, and research landscape in higher education. By expanding humans' ability to create various forms of content, including text, images, digital art, sound, video, and programming code, AICGT are slowly disrupting teaching practices as well as traditional models of knowledge creation. While some educators are excited about the pedagogical potential of these tools, others worry that they could undermine students' academic integrity, creativity, and critical thinking.
To help you navigate this emerging landscape, the Center for Faculty Development has created a comprehensive FAQ document that addresses common questions about generative AI content. We hope this useful resource will help you make informed decisions about how to incorporate AI-generated content into your teaching, learning, and research activities. Here are some of the questions addressed in the FAQ:
- What is AI-generated content and what should I know before using AI content creation tools?
- How can AICGTs support faculty in their teaching and research activities and enhance student learning?
- How can I use AICGTs to enrich and diversify my course assignments, and how can I design assignments that do not discourage my students from using AICGTs?
- What statement should I include in my syllabus about the use of AICGTs, and what guidelines should I give my students to properly cite AI-generated content?
- What precautions should my students take before using AI-generated content, and how can I identify AI-generated content in my students' work?
- Where can I learn more about AICGTs, and what are some examples of AI content creation tools by category?
We encourage you to review this resource and share it with your colleagues. The FAQ will be updated regularly to keep you informed about the latest AI tools. If you have any suggestions or feedback, please contact us at cfd@odu.edu.