18. AI and Learning: What HE Can Discover from FE Innovation

In this episode, Philippa (Pip) Armstrong, Digital Innovation Development Coach at Nottingham College, demonstrates how Further Education's collaborative culture offers valuable lessons for Higher Education's approach to AI integration. Rather than banning or tiptoeing around generative AI, Nottingham College has drawn a clear "line in the sand" with their innovative approach that other sectors can learn from.Pip introduces their "ACE" framework - Approach Cautiously and Ethically - and explains how they've created a culture of mindful AI use through transparency, support, and education. We explore their comprehensive strategy including rolling CPD programmes, dedicated Digital Innovation Development Coaches for each faculty, and their AI assessment scale that gives clear guidance on appropriate AI use levels.The conversation covers practical implementations that could be adapted across educational contexts: from English students creating their own AI images for creative writing tasks, to tutors using AI as teaching assistants to rejuvenate their practice. Pip shares how they're developing AI literacy across the entire college community, including resources for parents and caregivers of younger students - an approach HE institutions might consider for their broader stakeholder engagement.We discuss the challenges of balancing innovation with ethics, the importance of maintaining "humans in the loop," and how they're preparing students not just for jobs, but for a world where distinguishing human from machine-generated content becomes increasingly difficult. Pip's infectious enthusiasm for AI as a force for good shines through, whilst acknowledging legitimate concerns about over-reliance and the need for critical evaluation.The episode highlights how FE's tradition of sharing best practice and collaborative problem-solving offers a model for cross-sector learning in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.AI Ethics Now Exploring the ethical dilemmas of AI in Higher Education and beyond. A University of Warwick IATL Podcast This podcast series was developed by Dr Tom Ritchie and Dr Jennie Mills, the module leads of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IATL module ⁠"The AI Revolution: Ethics, Technology, and Society"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at the University of Warwick. The AI Revolution module explores the history, current state, and potential futures of artificial intelligence, examining its profound impact on society, individuals, and the very definition of 'humanness.'   This podcast was initially designed to provide a deeper dive into the key themes explored each week in class. We want to share the discussions we have had to help offer a broader, interdisciplinary perspective on the ethical and societal implications of artificial intelligence to a wider audience. Join each fortnight for new critical conversations on AI Ethics with local, national, and international experts. We will discuss: - Ethical Dimensions of AI: Fairness, bias, transparency, and accountability. - Societal Implications: How AI is transforming industries, economies, and our understanding of humanity. - The Future of AI: Potential benefits, risks, and shaping a future where AI serves humanity. If you want to join the podcast as a guest, contact [email protected].