In this insightful seminar hosted by the Dietrich School at the University of Pittsburgh, experts explore the transformative role of AI in higher education, focusing on its implications for teaching, research, and academic integrity. The session features a keynote by David Evans from Duolingo, demonstrations of AI tools by PIT Digital, and a discussion on ethics led by Jeff Aziz.
Keynote Highlights: David Evans on AI and Measurement
Evans draws parallels between historical information monopolies (e.g., churches and universities) and modern big tech, critiquing how benchmarks and optimization drive AI development. He discusses AI's strengths in pattern matching and generating plausible text but highlights its limitations, such as lacking taste, curiosity, or the Socratic method. Key takeaways for education:
Shift assessments from outputs to processes, judgment, and human-AI interactions.
Redesign assignments to emphasize critiquing AI outputs and fostering critical thinking.
AI as a tool to augment, not replace, human skills like system design and trade-offs.
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