A new declaration of independence marks the first step in dealing with the age of artificial intelligence.
The dynamic development of artificial intelligence (AI) is leaving its mark on the education sector. The Central Examination Board has therefore adopted a groundbreaking draft declaration of independence that comprehensively reflects the impact of AI on the examination culture. Professor Keil, Chair of the Central Examination Board, thanks Professor Steffi Höse, the initiator of the draft.
The declaration of independence is offered as a service by the Central Examination Board and is available to the faculties on a voluntary basis. This represents a significant step towards adapting to the changing landscape of digital education and examinations.
The integration of IT and AI-supported writing tools and other aids will not only influence our learning habits, but also permanently change teaching methods and the examination culture. An open yet critical attitude is crucial in order to successfully shape this change process.
With a view to the respective subject culture and the skills to be tested, it may be necessary in future to establish alternative examination formats that take into account the use of AI-supported tools. Particularly in the case of seminar papers and final theses, where written work has previously accounted for the majority of the assessment, the focus is now shifting more towards the process of creating these papers. Accompanying assessment by lecturers during this process is becoming increasingly important.
The proposed declaration of independence marks the first step towards developing this new examination culture in a collaborative, comprehensible and transparent manner. We are convinced that this initiative will not only meet the current challenges, but also pave the way for future innovations in education. We encourage all faculties to actively participate in this pioneering development and help shape the future of examination culture in the age of artificial intelligence.
