What is Artificial intelligence and what can it do?

‘What is Artificial intelligence and what can it do?’, aimed at all library staff with an interest in AI.

Coverage in the media suggests AI is both an invaluable tool that will augment our lives and an existential threat. In this session, we will explore in in layman's terms how AI works. Then look at examples of the key types we are likely to see in HE libraries. There will be an opportunity to explore some of the tools, thinking about how students might use them and the potential risks and threats particularly in relation to academic integrity.

Presenter: Julie McCall (Academic Liaison Team Manager – Coventry University) - Julie first became involved in Artificial Intelligence through her work with the Academic Integrity Group for Coventry University.As part of her role in providing guidance to staff and students, she undertook a research study on staff awareness of different AI tools and potential opportunities and threats. This then led to a presentation by Julie McCall and Lisa Ganobsik-Williams at EATAW conference 2023  on Creating Guidance for the Appropriate Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools by Student Writers.

If you have any questions or further enquiries, then please contact amy.jackson@dmu.ac.uk or ruth.stubbings@dmu.ac.uk