But did they actually write it? an exhibition
"But Did They Actually Write It?" was a thought-provoking exhibition unpacking the complexities of academic integrity, creative agency, and the emotional labour of educators and students in the age of AI supported by the Australian Teacher Education Association (ATEA).
Through visual case studies, students and staff were invited to discover real stories from pre-service teachers, TAFE and higher education staff from across Australia to gain insights into how AI challenges traditional notions of authorship, reshapes teacher workloads, and impacts well-being. But also, how it supports learning, provides opportunity and enables great differentiation. Through a visual exploration of 10 different cases studies, people were invited to engage with compelling narratives that educators and students across the nation have shared about how AI in education is impacting their teaching, learning and research.
This exhibition invited its participants to reflect on how they were or were not navigating the evolving dynamics of education whether they were planning to be an early childhood educator, a Bachelor or Master of Teaching student, or part of TAFE or higher education research. The exhibition prompted critical conversations needed at the forefront of teaching and learning.
The exhibition was held across two campuses at Victoria University in February 2023. With over 400 students during O Week visiting the libraries where the exhibition was housed, feedback included:
We must continue the conversation.
Read the final report here.
We must continue the conversation.
Read the final report here.
"The level of mutual respect between educators and students needs to be rebuilt and to a higher level than previously required due to the prevalent use of AI." "Suspicions shouldn’t have such power that they currently hold. An open conversation on the issue rather than close-door debates I believe would educate both sides on both the positives and the abundant negatives of AI within education." "What AI lacks today is directionism. And that flows through in all its uses."