GenAI: Navigating AI in Assessment

This session will help staff cut through the uncertainty by clarifying what is permitted, what isn’t, and why.

AI isn’t banned in assessment, but it’d not a free-for-all either. The latest guidance sets out where generative AI can play a supportive role and where its use crosses the line. This session will help staff cut through the uncertainty by clarifying what is permitted, what isn’t, and why.

We’ll also explore the perceptions and anxieties that surround AI in assessment, particularly the assumption that students will default to cheating. By addressing these misconceptions, and by showing how AI can be used responsibly to prepare for assessments without undermining academic integrity, we can create clearer expectations for learners and reduce the temptation to step over the line.

What To Expect

In this session, you’ll:

• Unpack the new guidance: Gain a clear overview of acceptable and unacceptable AI use in assessment contexts.

• Spot the pain points: Identify areas of confusion for staff and learners, and where the risks of misuse are highest.

• Challenge common perceptions: Explore how to move beyond the ‘AI = cheating’ narrative.

• Support learners responsibly: Discuss practical ways to explain the boundaries of AI use so students can use the tools to prepare without jeopardising their qualifications.

We’ll use the institutional version of MS Copilot (login with your college email at copilot.microsoft.com) as the basis for examples.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is designed for all staff involved in assessment: lecturers, assessors, and support teams, who want to feel confident in interpreting the guidance and supporting learners to make the right choices.

Session Materials

Participants will receive a summary of the key points, with links to the official guidance and exemplification resources.

Facilitator - Kenji Lamb

Kenji serves as the Delivery & Engagement Partner at the College Development Network (CDN), the principal improvement agency dedicated to advancing Scotland's colleges. With a robust background in ESOL education and educational technology, he has amassed extensive experience in the UK and overseas, spanning both private and public sectors. In light of the rapid advancements in generative AI, Kenji's current focus is on supporting educational practice to ensure that staff and students are well-prepared for an AI-driven future.

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