Research Article (preprint): “The Global Landscape of Academic Guidelines For Generative AI and Large Language Models”

The UPDATED preprint (ver. 2) was recently shared on arXiv.

Title

The Global Landscape of Academic Guidelines For Generative AI and Large Language Models

Authors

Junfeng Jiao
University of Texas at Austin

Saleh Afroogh
University of Texas at Austin

Kevin Chen
University of Texas at Austin

David Atkinson
Allen Institute for AI

Amit Dhurandhar
IBM Research

Source

via arXiv

DOI: 10.48550/arXiv.2406.18842

Abstract

The integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) in academia has spurred a global discourse on their potential pedagogical benefits and ethical considerations. Positive reactions highlight some potential, such as collaborative creativity, increased access to education, and empowerment of trainers and trainees. However, negative reactions raise concerns about ethical complexities, balancing innovation and academic integrity, unequal access, and misinformation risks. Through a systematic survey and text-mining-based analysis of global and national directives, insights from independent research, and eighty university-level guidelines, this study provides a nuanced understanding of the opportunities and challenges posed by GAI and LLMs in education. It emphasizes the importance of balanced approaches that harness the benefits of these technologies while addressing ethical considerations and ensuring equitable access and educational outcomes. The paper concludes with recommendations for fostering responsible innovation and ethical practices to guide the integration of GAI and LLMs in academia.

Direct to Full Text Article (preprint, ver. 2)
28 pages; PDF.

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