AI tools for Learning Technology
Summary
Features within Learning Technology tools that use Generative AI (GenAI) to create, analyse or manipulate content based on user-inputted prompts or existing data.
AI features in our tools
Each of the features below:
- has been evaluated and approved for use in teaching at UoY
- is a core system feature (ie. available at no extra cost)
- does not pass data back to the AI model/database (ie. data remains in the UoY system)
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Learn Ultra VLE
- AI Design Assistant: generate content and ideas for site materials.
- AI Conversations: students interact with an AI
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Mentimeter
- AI open response grouping tool: quickly categorise text responses
- Start with AI: generate draft Mentimeter slides
Top tips for using AI tools effectively
- Do you need AI?: consider the environmental impact related to GenAI and whether the specific AI tool is needed and appropriate for your intended use case.
- A starting point: output as ideas generation or a quick start for your own content development rather than a finished product.
- Effective input: specific prompts and input content can help generate appropriate output. See our tool guides for situation-specific tips or the Skills Guides for general tips on writing good prompts.
- Check everything: make sure that output is accurate and appropriate for your intended use and adapt as needed.
General UoY GenAI guidance
- University guidance and policy on GenAI tools
- Skills Guide: Using AI generation tools: an overview of effective and ethical use of AI and some tools available
- Google Gemini: the UoY preferred general GenAI tool to generate, analyse and summarise text and find information.