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These videos developed by 91成人 provide foundational knowledge on generative AI tailored to our specific context. Click on the headings below to explore the topics you're interested in.

Using Generative AI: Prompting Basics

Feeling stuck on how to get started with generative AI tools? This video explains some basic principles that can help you use generative AI tools more effectively.

The most effective uses of generative AI tools are when you put the effort into learning:

  1. Your problem formulation: why do you need to use generative AI? This requires some creativity and experimentation on your part.
  2. The limits of generative AI tools and where your human insight is needed.
  3. Your context: is this an appropriate situation to use generative AI?
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How to Access University-Endorsed Generative AI Tools

This video explores our two university-endorsed generative AI tools: Microsoft Co-Pilot and Adobe.

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How to Critically Evaluate Generative AI Content

Generative AI tools can produce invented, inaccurate, outdated, not relevant, or biased content. Do you have the skills to critically evaluate generative AI content?

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Western's Guidelines on Generative AI

We鈥檝e summarised Western鈥檚 guidelines on generative AI in this video. If you want more guidance in this space, check out our and Academic Integrity Guidelines.

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Learning and Generative AI: the Inspire and Assure (IA) Approach

We're moving into exciting times with Western's new Inspire and Assure (IA) approach. This video explores what it means to learn in the generative AI age and the interesting range of assessments you will encounter throughout your degree.

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What does it mean to be ethical in the age of generative AI? A philosophical perspective.

There is a lot of discussion about ethics and generative AI. This video takes a philosophical perspective on ethics in the age of generative AI. Watch the video and then decide on the ethical lens you take in your life and studies:

  1. Ethics of duty
  2. Utilitarianism
  3. Virtue ethics
  4. Ethics of care
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An acronym to help you quickly remember responsible generative AI use: R.O.B.O.T.

What are the questions you need to ask yourself before you use a generative AI tool? R.O.B.O.T. is a very simple and easy to remember acronym that helps you make informed choices about generative AI. Watch the video below that unpacks what ROBOT means:

R - Reliability

O - Objective

B - Bias

O - Ownership

T - Type

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鈿狅笍 Generative AI at Western - What you need to know

Read the following information below on how you can appropriately use generative AI at Western.

Where can I find the most up-to-date info about Academic Integrity and Generative AI at Western?

If you have just started out at Western, complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) as soon as possible. This module will help you understand the importance of academic integrity in the university context and has a section on generative AI.

Otherwise, check out our . This module is based on the AIM but also provides more detail on generative AI that is useful for your studies and future career.

91成人 encourages the appropriate use of generative AI. In some subjects, you may be asked to use generative AI as a tool, but it is restricted in some subjects and some assessment tasks.

Can I use Generative AI in my assessments?

Generative AI guidelines will be different for each assessment task. Read the generative AI statements in your Subject Outline for each new assessment task, check information on Ultra or check with your Subject Coordinator. Do not assume the advice is the same for every task, or every subject. It is your responsibility to read your Subject Outlines and check information on Ultra.

Check out our Generative AI Guide for example statements from Subject Outlines.

If you are using generative AI, make sure you are acknowledging it. This explains how.

What AI tools do I have access to at 91成人?

Where the use of generative AI is permitted, the following tools are available to students:

1. Microsoft Co-Pilot: open the Microsoft Edge Browser and go to

Signing in with your student or staff ID enables commercial data protection. This means that your data may safer compared to other generative AI models. Even with commercial data protection, you should be careful to avoid entering personal informational or anything confidential.

Contact the IT Service Desk if you are having trouble logging in or.

2. Adobe Firefly: 91成人 is NSW鈥檚 first Adobe Creative Campus meaning we have access to an amazing suite of Adobe tools. Adobe Firefly uses everyday language to create images with generative AI. Find out .

What is the Turnitin AI Detector? Why can鈥檛 I see it?

AI detection reports help staff to identify when AI writing tools maybe have been used. These reports are not available to students. This is a decision made by Turnitin and cannot be altered by the university.

Avoid using any online tools for AI Detection. These tools are not reliable and may put you at risk.

If you provide your details to access one of these tools you may be at risk of identity theft. If this happens to you, the University will support you. Contact Wellbeing Services on 1300 668 370 (option 5).

What if I haven鈥檛 used generative AI but my assignment is flagged in Turnitin for AI use?
You may be asked to explain what you have written in your assessment or provide notes or an early draft of your assessment. On its own, this request is not an allegation of misconduct.
When am I supposed to reference generative AI text or images?
Check the 鈥 鈥 section of the generative AI module for current advice on acknowledging generative AI.
How can I use generative AI in my research?
Check out the for the range of databases available to you with generative AI features.
Is Grammarly considered generative AI?
Grammarly has recently updated the free version of Grammarly. The free version of Grammarly now contains generative AI features. So where generative AI use is restricted in your subjects, tools to assist with spelling and grammar can be used only where these do not use generative AI. .
Can I use Quillbot to paraphrase text I find online?
In short, the answer is no. In your assessments, you need to make sure you're learning and paraphrasing in your own words. Check How-To Guides for Paraphrasing. Using AI to paraphrase text from an article and then pasting that paraphrased text in your assignment is NOT original or appropriate.
Can I use generative AI to translate my work into English?
Unless given permission, in short, the answer is no. Relying on generative AI for translation into English negatively impacts on the learning process. Generative AI does not understand cultural and subject-specific nuances in writing, so you will find that the translations are not accurate and will negatively impact your work.
How can I improve my knowledge of generative AI models so it will benefit me in my future career?

Our Generative AI Guide gives you some ideas!

In short:

1. Learn by doing: take a trial-and-error approach to using generative AI tools.

2. Make sure you鈥檙e on LinkedIn: as a 91成人 student, you have access to LinkedIn Learning with a vast array of short videos to listen to.

3. Complete a self-paced course: many organisations like and provide short and free courses you can complete online to quickly upskill.

4. Read and be creative: think about the 鈥榟uman鈥 qualities you bring 鈥 this is how you stay relevant in a world with rapid technological change.

Who can I talk to if I鈥檓 confused about the university鈥檚 approach to generative AI?

If you are confused about generative AI, always ask your Subject Coordinator or Tutor for advice, don鈥檛 just guess what you should be doing.

If you want to gain further skills in using generative AI, want to think more critically about generative AI, or need help with your referencing and writing capabilities, check out the . Attending workshops is a great opportunity to gain new skills and make friends.

You can also receive one-to-one support from the (for quick queries you may have) or receive one-to-one specialist advice with your research strategies and referencing with a Library Learning Hub Appointment.

馃摉 Generative AI Guide

Want a quick guide on how generative AI works at Western and how you can use it for future career success?

Download our PDF Guide so you're prepared for how generative AI can impact your studies. Topic-by-topic PDFs can be accessed at How-To Guides.

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