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NWU’s artificial intelligence expertise is safeguarding the sanctity of degrees – MyBroadband

 

https://www.iol.co.za/technology/software-and-internet/how-the-north-west-university-is-embracing-ethical-use-of-ai-and-safeguarding-its-degrees-1f2d4f8e-ab82-4a0e-8281-e5b079534e66

NWU’s artificial intelligence expertise is safeguarding the sanctity of degrees

There is not feeling like it. You stand there with bated breath, waiting for your name to be called. This is the culmination of years of hard work, dedication 

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Emerging technologies and skills to improve service delivery in digital libraries

Article published in Libraries and Artificial Intelligence - Tshabalala, N. and Dube, L. (2024) Emerging technologies and skills to improve service delivery in digital libraries', Libraries and Artificial Intelligence, 90(2).

AI Events

AI Tools for Research and Content Discovery in the Fifth Industrial Revolution

Discover how artificial intelligence chatbots can revolutionize your research process! In this webinar, learn how AI tools can assist with data collection, analysis, literature review, and more. Harness the power of AI to collaborate with human intelligence, conducting research that is both effective and ethical in the era of the Fifth Industrial Revolution.

Date: 10 October 2024
Time: 11:00 - 12:30
Mode: MS Teams
Presenter: Dr Mashilo Modiba
Registration link: https://nwu.libcal.com/event/13165536

Click here for the programme.

NWU AI Forum

Useless Assessments: AI and Digital Learning

Date: 18 September 2024
Location: Potchefstroom Campus
Mode: Hybrid event
Time: 16:00-18:00
Venue: F13, 214

More information and registration

AI Brown Bag Lunches

Workshop

Programme

Workshop

 

Purpose of the sessions

It will serve as a platform for NWU staff to engage in professional development and knowledge sharing in which the concept of Artificial Intelligence and its various applications in the context of teaching and learning as well as research are explored.

 

Outcomes of the sessions

These sessions are aimed to:

  1. Foster a collaborative and continuous learning environment, ultimately contributing to the enhancement of teaching practices and student learning experiences.
  2. Equip NWU staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to understand the role that AI might play in the NWU environment.

 

Proposed format:

The programme should have the same structure every time.

  1. Prof Daryl says welcome & makes important announcements regarding AI.
  2. Prof Anné gives overview of AI events, training and feedback from steering committee.
  3. Invited speaker – 15-20 minutes. Must focus on practical issues/steps
  4. Q & A – further discussion on Teams NWU AI platform.
  5. Audience to share practical tips, websites, etc.

 

Proposed dates, themes and speakers for 2024:

  • 20 September – Useful Assessments: AI and Digital Learning: Prof Liezl van Dyk
  • 18 October – Understanding the potential of Generative AI: Prof Japie Greeff
  • 15 November – Assessment scales for incorporating AI: Prof Perkins

 

Proposed venue:

  1. 20 September – C1 - 135
  2. 18 October – C1 - 135
  3. 15 November - TBC

 

Organising team:

  • Anné Verhoef (coordinator)
  • Rassie Louw (CTL)
  • Zander Janse van Rensburg (Writing Centre)
  • Yolande Stewart (Aitsa & CoPAI)
  • Mia Crous (Philosophy)