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Generative AI at AAU

Generative AI is a significant technological milestone that fascinates and challenges the university. On the one hand, the technology enables new approaches to learning, task solving and collaboration. However, it also raises concerns about cheating and plagiarism, as well as the loss of important learning skills and the ability to immerse oneself in a subject and develop professional competencies, in favour of automation and quick results.

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Generative AI at AAU

Generative AI is a significant technological milestone that fascinates and challenges the university. On the one hand, the technology enables new approaches to learning, task solving and collaboration. However, it also raises concerns about cheating and plagiarism, as well as the loss of important learning skills and the ability to immerse oneself in a subject and develop professional competencies, in favour of automation and quick results.

AI as a study buddy

How can generative AI be used as an effective intellectual sparring partner to support your studies?

In the video below, Associate Professor and PhD Camilla Finsterbach Kaup demonstrates how students can use AI to understand complex academic texts, sharpen their curiosity and strengthen their critical thinking skills. This allows them to maintain control over the pitfalls and limitations of technology.

Generative AI as an intellectual study partner in course and project work

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Generative AI as an intellectual study partner in course and project work

Camilla Finsterbach Kaup, Lecturer at UCN & Associate Lecturer at AAU

Taking a practical approach based on research among university students, Camilla Finsterbach Kaup considers how AI can complement your professional work rather than replace human thinking. Rather than replacing human thinking, we must work to support and strengthen learning and critical reflection. This is particularly important when the technology is used in a structured process.

Despite the challenges posed by AI's "black box" nature, built-in bias and hallucinations, as well as the importance of understanding how these systems work, Camilla urges us to move away from feelings of guilt and fear, and instead focus on judgement, transparency and academic application.

A key message is that AI should be seen as a thinking partner, a tool that can facilitate dialogue, challenge assumptions, and aid the collective creation of knowledge.

Are you familiar with the rules?

If you're unsure about the rules for using generative AI in project work and in exam situations, you can find more information on the page where the rules for using generative AI are explained.

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Generative AI with Microsoft Copilot

As an AAU student, you can access Microsoft Copilot for free through the university's licence agreement. Copilot operates at the same technological level as ChatGPT, for example, but when you log in with your AAU username, your data is processed securely. This means that your content will not be shared with others or used for training or analysis purposes. We have created a guide to help you get started with Copilot and highlight what you need to be aware of when using it for your studies.

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Read about Microsoft Copilot and its use at AAU

Introduction to generative AI?

If you need an introduction to generative AI, we recommend taking a look at AAU's Microcourse: Introduction to Generative AI & ChatGPT. You can also read more on the topic of generative AI, where six different modules will teach you about various aspects in a study context.