New Guidelines Published: Assessing Students in the Age of AI
The Informatics Europe publication “General guidelines on how to assess Informatics (or Higher Education) students: AI-centric approaches” has been released.
The document presents a comprehensive set of recommendations for adapting student assessment methods in response to the growing influence of generative AI tools. It stems from the discussions held at “AI in Informatics Education and Professional Practice” workshop during ECSS 2024, organised in collaboration with National Informatics Associations.
Building on IE’s 2023 recommendations, the new publication explores how higher education institutions can uphold academic integrity and quality while embracing the educational opportunities AI presents. Key recommendations include:
- Updating learning outcomes to reflect AI-era competencies
- Revising curricula to integrate responsible AI usage
- Promoting transparent use policies and ethical awareness
- Incorporating oral exams and self-auditing methods to mitigate misuse
- Encouraging a culture of continuous adaptation
These guidelines aim to support institutions in equipping students with the skills and judgment needed to thrive in a technology-driven world, while upholding the core values of higher education.
The full publication is available for download here. Other relevant recommendations can also be found on IE’s Recommendations webpage.
