UniSA recognises the rise in the use of generative artificial intelligence (genAI) and the benefits that these technologies provide for students and staff. Understanding the power and impact of gen AI is essential for navigating the future of technology, society and work.
The following resources have been provided to support the use of these technologies and assist in navigating the opportunities and challenges that arise in teaching and learning.
The impact of genAI has become a focal point for higher education, prompting TEQSA to issue a sector-wide information request in 2024 regarding provider responses to the rise and sophistication of genAI tools. In 2023, TEQSA released the Assessment Reform Paper which urged the sector to reflect on assessment practices. In November 2024, TEQSA released the document Gen AI strategies for Australian higher education: Emerging practice, informed by the feedback provided from across the sector.
Recognising this, the UniSA Assessment Policy (AB-68) and Assessment Requirements Procedure (AB-68 P1.2) was updated in late 2024 to clarify UniSA’s principles for the use of genAI tools in support of authentic assessment. Specifically, clauses 10 and 14 of the Policy, and clause 14 of the Procedure were updated (updated statements can be found by following the link [new page]).
The updates consider the relationship between genAI and assessment design, the role of feedback to students and the applicability of genAI tools in relation to provision of this feedback, and to marking summative assessments. These updates are intended to underpin UniSA’s integration of appropriate genAI tools as a means to enhance the delivery of student learning outcomes.
Copilot is Microsoft’s branding for a series of genAI tool offerings based on the Chat GPT-4 series of large language models. Microsoft Copilot is designed for Microsoft applications and services. The Microsoft 365 (M365) Copilot service offers a secure AI assistant hosted within the same Azure infrastructure and protected by the same Data Protection Addendum as their M365 suite of products . Therefore, user access is granted through existing University credentials via Single Sign On. M365 Copilot ensures transferred data is encrypted and kept apart from public or other Copilot-branded offerings and access controls are aligned with other applications within the M365 tenancy. The UniSA Cyber Security Team have provided a summary of genAI platform risks and potential mitigations [link].
UniSA staff currently have access to M365 Copilot by logging in with their university account via web access at https://copilot.microsoft.com. For the best user experience, it is recommended that users utilise the Microsoft Edge browser. For more information about using genAI tools at UniSA, please refer to:
Guideline: Generative Artificial Intelligence and Research guidelines
UniSA Library Guide – What is Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft and LinkedIn provide various training modules on utilising M365 Copilot, the university's enterprise-wide tool, to assist staff in implementing changes to the Assessment Policy and Procedure
In collaboration with ISTS, TIU has identified a range of Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning training modules available to staff and students. The resources will be reviewed and updated regularly.
This learning path offers a journey through Microsoft’s Responsible AI framework, emphasizing the importance of ethical considerations in AI development and application. You'll gain a foundational understanding of Microsoft’s approach to AI, which prioritizes fairness, reliability & safety, privacy & security, inclusiveness, transparency, accountability, and practical usage