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Ethical consideration for when using gen AI

AI can support you as a teacher in many ways.

Make time: By supporting you in administrative tasks such as course planning and scheduling etc.

Help you create different types of learning materials and adapt them to different groups of students (texts, images, videos, etc.).

Make suggestions for new variants of exam questions.

Writing support: AI can help with writing, proofread what has been written and suggest changes.

Summarise many texts quickly: It is possible to upload many texts and ask AI to summarise them.

Translate text from other languages: Texts in almost any language can be quickly translated. NB. Text translated with AI tools must always be revised before it is published or disseminated.

Collect and analyse data in your learning platform: The analyses can show if certain students appear to be at risk of dropping out because they are falling behind in their studies. This type of system is called Early Warning Systems (EWS).

ETHICAL CONSIDERATION FOR EDUCATORS WHEN USING GEN AI

DO’S

Use Al to create personalized learning materials.

Encourage critical evaluation of Al outputs.

Protect student privacy by avoiding sharing personal data.

Inspire creativity through Al-generated prompts and examples.

Review Al outputs for accuracy and appropriateness.

Teach students about Al's workings and ethical use.

Monitor Al's effectiveness and seek student feedback.

Set clear ethical guidelines for student use of Al

Finally, AI can support you in achieving your learning outcomes. But it is also very important that you have knowledge of risks and limitations and how you can use AI in an ethical, responsible and inclusive way.

When you test new AI services, don't forget:

Currently you often need to create private accounts to explore many of the new AI services on the market (and several cost money).

Critical thinking: Be aware that AI-generated material may contain inaccuracies, distortions, bias, and copyrighted material.

Security awareness: Pay attention to security aspects when testing AI systems.

Privacy protection: Be careful about what information you share with AI to prevent the spread of sensitive and proprietary information.

DON’TS

Don't replace teacher-student Interactions with Al.

Avoid using unverified Al-generated content.

Never share sensitive or personal student Information.

Don't assume Al is free of blas.

Avoid overwhelming students with too many Al tools.

Don't let students overdepend on Al for work.

Avoid introducing Al without clear usage guidelines.

Don't Implement Al tools Inaccessible to all students.

AI can support you in your studies in many ways,

For example:

Act as a "virtual study companion" ("or learning companion") and help you with structure and study planning. The AI â€‹â€‹support can act as a discussion partner and can help you cope with your studies.
Practice and feedback: AI can give you the opportunity to practise your skills and get instant feedback, helping you improve and develop your skills over time.
Writing support: AI can help you in your writing, for example by giving advice on structure, proofread what has been written and suggest changes and more.
Summarise many texts quickly: It is possible to upload many texts and ask AI to summarise them.
Act as a virtual note-taking support if you find it difficult to take notes while listening to a lecture. AI can both transcribe audio recordings in their entirety and summarise the audio recording/recording in shorter points.
Explain difficult texts: If you have difficulty understanding a text, AI can help.
Translate texts from other languages: Texts in almost any language can be translated quickly. NB. Text translated with AI tools must always be revised before it is published or disseminated.
Suggest analysis methods: For example, different statistical methods.

Finally, AI can support you in reaching your study goals. But it is also very important that you have knowledge of risks and limitations and how you can use AI in an ethical, responsible and inclusive way.

Be especially careful to find out how (or if) you are allowed to use AI in different courses and course elements. Also be prepared to be able to report how you used AI in your submissions and more.

When you test new AI services, don't forget:

Currently you often need to create private accounts to explore many of the new AI services on the market (and several cost money).
Critical thinking: Be aware that AI-generated material may contain inaccuracies, distortions, bias, and copyrighted material.
Security awareness: Pay attention to security aspects when testing AI systems.
Privacy protection: Be careful about what information you share with AI to prevent the spread of sensitive and proprietary information.

ETHICS FOR STUDENTS WHEN USING GEN AI:

DO's

Use Al to Support Learning: Use Al to help you understand topics and generate ideas.
Check Al's Accuracy: Always verify the information Al gives you.
Understand How Al Works: Learn what Al can and cannot do.
Be Honest: Always credit Al's content when using it.
Ask for Help: If unsure about using Al, ask you
teacher or mentor.
Use Al to Enhance: Use it to study, create
summarizing, or explaining a difficult subject.
Protect Your Privacy: Never share personal information with Al.
Welcome Feedback: Get feedback on how Al helps or hinders your learning.

DON’TS

Don't Cheat: Never pass off Al's work as your own.
Don't Rely On Al: Don't let Al do all the work for you
Don't Use Al to Cheat: Don't use Al for exams or assignments unfairly.
Don't Skip Thinking: Don't just accept Al's answer - think for yourself.
Don't Share Personal Data: Never enter sensitive information into Al.
Don't Use Al alone: â€‹â€‹Refer to other sources besides AI.
Don't Misuse Al: Make sure you understand the assignment before asking for Al's help.
Don't Forget to Give Credit: Always acknowledge Al's help when using it in your work.

AI can support you as an administrator in several ways.

Automation or RPA (Robotic Process Automation) can free up time by taking over all or parts of your simpler repetitive tasks using robotics and artificial intelligence. It is suitable for repetitive, administrative work that must be carried out based on clear rules and routines.

Above all, AI can become a "virtual assistant" for you and make it easier to:

tag and find the right information
compile information and documents from texts and emails
facilitate the use of, for example, Word, Excel and Powerpoint
quickly and easily search in complex manuals and regulations
analyse data and provide data for different types of strategies
produce visual material for, for example, recruitment fairs
create/translate/adapt content to different languages â€‹â€‹and cultural contexts
help to quickly and easily generate content (texts, images, video, news articles and blog posts, etc.

Custom chatbots can also free time by answering questions from students, teachers and other administrators regarding, for example:

Study guidance
Admission issues
Student housing
Regulations, handbooks, manuals and more

Finally, AI can support you in your administrative work. But it is also very important that you have knowledge of risks and limitations and how you can use AI in an ethical, responsible and inclusive way.

When you test new AI services, don't forget:

Currently you often need to create private accounts to explore many of the new AI services on the market (and several cost money).
Critical thinking: Be aware that AI-generated material may contain inaccuracies, distortions, bias, and copyrighted material.
Security awareness: Pay attention to security aspects when testing AI systems.
Privacy protection: Be careful about what information you share with AI to prevent the spread of sensitive and proprietary information.

ETHICAL CONSIDERATION FOR ADMINISTRATORS WHEN USING GEN AI

DO's

Define Clear Policies: Establish guidelines for ethical and responsible Al usage.
Prioritize Data Security: Protect sensitive institutional and personal data from unauthorized access.
Promote Transparency: Inform staff and students about Al usage and its limitations.
Provide Training: Equip users with the skills to use Al tools effectively and responsibly.
Ensure Accessibility: Select Al tools that are inclusive and usable by diverse groups.
Monitor Usage: Regularly audit Al systems for compliance, bias, and effectiveness.
Encourage Innovation: Support staff and students in exploring Al for productivity and creativity.
Evaluate Vendors: Vet Al providers for reliability, compliance, and alignment with institutional goals.

DON’TS

Don't Ignore Legal Compliance: Avoid neglecting data protection laws and intellectual property rights.
Don't Rely Solely on Al: Avoid replacing human judgment in decision-making processes.
Don't Overlook Bias: Ensure Al tools are tested for fairness across diverse populations.
Don't Use Without Consent: Avoid implementing Al solutions without stakeholder buy-in and understanding. 5. Don't Sacrifice Privacy: Never input sensitive institutional or personal data into Al systems without safeguards.
Don't Skip Monitoring: Avoid deploying Al systems without plans for ongoing oversight and updates.
Don't Limit User Autonomy: Refrain from mandating Al use without providing non-Al alternatives where necessary.
Don't Overpromise Capabilities: Avoid unrealistic claims about what Al tools can achieve.

Reference source: https://internt.slu.se/en/support-services/education/educational-and-digital-support/ai-in-higher-education/

Updated:: 24/01/2025 [nazlina]

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