AI in the Writing Process: Rethinking Authorship and Assessment
Location
Online
Date & Time
Thursday 29 Jan 2026 14:00 - 15:30
Delivered by Kelly Webb-Davies
This course will also run in-person on Tuesday 24 February, 14:00 - 15:30. You can book onto this date via our booking link.
Audience Exposure Level: Level 2 - Sometimes use AI
This workshop explores the use of generative AI in academic writing, examining its impact on authorship and academic integrity. Participants will learn about the capabilities of AI in writing, such as translation and restructuring, and discuss the implications for originality and fairness in assessments. The session is designed for educators interested in adapting their teaching and assessment practices to incorporate AI tools. No prior knowledge of AI is required. The session will cover: Demonstrations of AI in academic writing processes, Implications of AI-assisted writing on authorship and academic integrity, Key issues around bias and fairness in AI-assisted writing and assessments, Strategies for adapting teaching and assessment to take AI into account features.
Objectives
- Understand the affordances of generative AI in the academic writing process
- Examine how the concept of authorship could evolve due to technological advancements
- Recognise potential biases in assessing writing supported by AI
- Develop strategies for designing fair and valid assessments
