'Apprehension' AI could compromise fairness of admissions to third-level, survey shows

Many respondents said they believed it was very to extremely likely the existence of generative AI would change how the work of students was evaluated over the next five years.

Generative AI is creating “apprehension” and “discomfort” at both third level and within further education institutions at the possibility it could compromise the fairness of admissions, according to a new survey.

The research, published by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) — the agency responsible for standards within educational services — shows there is “limited awareness” among both students and staff of the existing guidance and policies in place at institutions for the valid uses of artificial intelligence.