T3 March 18 2024

Hello AI Enthusiasts 👋

This week I’m sharing some resources I’ve discovered that focus on a compelling intersection: AI and assessment design.

The advent of artificial intelligence has not only transformed how we approach learning and education but also how we design, implement, and rethink assessments. With AI's ever-expanding capabilities, it's becoming increasingly clear that making assessments "AI-proof" is more elusive than ever (is it even possible?).

The resources below prompt us to explore how AI can be leveraged to enhance the design and fairness of assessments, ensuring they are adaptive, personalized, and reflective of a learner's true capabilities.

Enjoy!

Assessment Redesign – Teaching & Research Resources

👉 Positioning Artificial Intelligence (AI) in assessments may seem hard but here are some ways to start the journey - Monash University This article discusses the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into assessments and provides guidance for educators. See also, the AI in Education Learning Circle:

• Guides for assessment Re(design) and Reform, including:

  • 🔗 Does my assessment need to change?

  • 🔗 How do I design AI into my assessment?

  • 🔗 How do I design AI out of my assessment?

Generative AI in Higher Education: A Deep Dive into Assessment Redesign

The video offers valuable insights into integrating generative AI into higher education assessments, presenting strategies to ensure assignments measure true student learning. It explores ethical considerations, the adaptation of teaching methods, and the potential of AI as a tool for enhancing educational outcomes, making it a must-watch for educators.

Considering the Needs of Neurodivergent Students in AI Assessment Redesign

This useful paper by Charles Sturt University in Australia offers 10 strategies for assessment design in light of AI, and, importantly, highlights some considerations for assessment redesign in consideration of neurodiversity.

• 🔗 Rethinking Assessment Strategies in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

📚 What I’m Reading This Week

While delivering AI training sessions recently in New Zealand, I picked up a copy of “Machines Behaving Badly, The Morality of AI” and am deeply engrossed in learning more about the history of AI, thanks to the expert writings of the gifted Toby Walsh.

In the book, Walsh explores the ethical dimensions of AI, addressing both the remarkable advancements and potential pitfalls associated with this technology. He reflects on the societal impact of AI, from job displacement to the transformation of warfare, emphasizing the need for responsible development and ethical considerations.

Through his writing, Walsh highlights the dual nature of AI, showcasing its capacity to amplify human skills while cautioning against its misuse. "Machines Behaving Badly" offers a thought-provoking examination of AI's moral implications and the critical role of ethics in shaping its future trajectory.

👉 Machines Behaving Badly - The Morality of AI, by Toby Walsh.

That’s a Wrap!

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