The University of Hong Kong Introduces AI Integration into Education

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has  announced Beginning in September, students will be able to utilize cutting-edge AI tools like ChatGPT and Dall-E for their educational inquiries, with some restrictions in place. ChatGPT HKU has started providing free access to various generative AI tools, including those from OpenAI, to its teaching staff. This initiative will see select GenAI tools available at no cost for all educators and learners in the forthcoming semester. To ensure successful integration of AI, the institution will offer instructional training, online courses, and supplementary materials.

"At HKU, we acknowledge the significance of GenAI and aim to cultivate AI literacy among educators and learners. Our ambition is to empower our faculty and students to not just understand AI but to be pioneers in harnessing GenAI's immense potential for the greater good,\" remarked Professor Holliday, who will take the lead as chair of the GenAI User Advisory Committee.

The newly instituted policy seeks to enrich student experiences with AI by equipping educators with strategies for designing teaching and learning experiences that are imaginative, engaging, and innovative. It also emphasizes the cultivation of analytical thinking, critical research abilities, and tailored approaches for diverse student needs.

According to HKU, in order to tackle the challenges posed by GenAI in assessments, educators should clearly communicate their expectations and guide students in appropriately attributing and referencing the generative AI tools they incorporate into their work. Furthermore, they should advocate for diverse assessment methods, prompting students to utilize GenAI tools in their assignments—such as participating in exam-free environments, conducting oral assessments, taking part in dynamic classroom activities like presentations, and engaging in peer evaluations.

HKU offers a variety of essential resources for students and staff requiring AI-related assistance, including an AI Clinic, an education-focused AI website, and a self-paced online module extending over five weeks. These resources aim to support individuals in learning to utilize AI responsibly.

"We aspire to elevate academic standards and engagement through GenAI, enhancing both teaching and learning at the University, and reaching new heights in academic excellence,\" commented a university representative.

Additionally, HKU has secured HK$15.7 million in funding from the new Fund for Innovative Technology-in-Education (FITE). This financial backing will facilitate broader and more effective implementation of GenAI technologies across various academic fields.

Moreover, the university plans to collaborate with top global institutions to investigate GenAI's potential and jointly tackle existing challenges.

Professor Holliday said.

Contrary to its own AI restrictions, the University of Science and Technology allows students to utilize AI, while the Chinese University permits faculty members the discretion to determine its use.

In order to use GenAI responsibly, universities must thoroughly evaluate associated risks and implement solid measures to mitigate them, while simultaneously capitalizing on the benefits that this technology can bring to enrich educational experiences. For example, the accuracy of GenAI outputs can vary, leading students to potentially misleading conclusions. Furthermore, biases present in training datasets could inadvertently affect the tools’ outputs. Privacy issues also arise since GenAI could collect personal data, posing risks of misuse, including identity theft. Additionally, the potential for GenAI to generate content raises concerns about academic integrity and the risk of plagiarism.

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