Integrating generative artificial intelligence into teaching and assessment: A case study from a University in the UK: A case study from a University in the UK

This chapter explores the pioneering integration of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) into teaching and assessment within a module at a UK university. This initiative represents a significant step in advancing AI literacy in higher education, aiming to equip students with essential employability skills. The innovative approach empowered students to use GenAI tools effectively, critically, ethically, and responsibly. The collaborative effort with students provided valuable insights into GenAI's potential to enhance student learning and future career prospects. Key recommendations for educators include dispelling the notion that GenAI use equates to cheating and that its ethical and critical application should be promoted. Encouraging transparency in GenAI usage can mitigate student engagement issues, while continuous feedback from students ensures the module remains responsive to their needs and experiences. By making GenAI use explicit and teaching effective prompt engineering, the module fostered a transition from covert use to responsible application. Hands-on experiential learning sessions were pivotal in developing students' GenAI proficiency, enhancing their engagement and skill development.