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AI & Critical Thinking at the LEC
by University of Sydney Law Extension Committee
AI & Critical Thinking at the LECA Podcast by the University of Sydney Law Extension CommitteeAI is transforming legal education and the legal profession—and this podcast helps you harness it wisely. Across six bite-sized modules, AI & Critical Thinking at the LEC introduces Diploma in Law students to the world of artificial intelligence, from the foundations of large language models to the specialised Cogniti AI agents designed for the Diploma in Law.You’ll learn:How AI works, why it sometimes “hallucinates,” and how to use it safely in studyThe difference between quick-answer g
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Module 6: From Learning to Practice: AI in Legal Work
Module 6—From Learning to Practice: how AI is reshaping legal work. Through the AlphaFold moment, we trace the shift from manual craft to scalable, AI-assisted workflows. Inside stories from two law firms, day-to-day changes in research, drafting and diligence, and the skills you need now—prompting, verification, ethics, data literacy. AI won’t replace lawyers; lawyers using AI will.Disclaimer: The voices in the podcast are AI generated.
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Module 5: Cogniti AI: Frequently Asked Questions
Module 5: Cogniti AI FAQsYour cheat sheet to what Cogniti AI can — and can’t — do. Learn how to find agents, use them responsibly, and understand their limits. Cogniti is a study buddy, not a substitute teacher: it won’t replace reasoning, fetch live cases, or remember you. Always verify answers, acknowledge AI use, and treat it as a tool to sharpen your legal skills. Disclaimer: The voices in the podcast are AI generated.
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Module 4: Responsible AI Use
Learn how to use AI responsibly in your Diploma in Law Studies. We cover academic integrity, transparency, privacy, and ethics. Discover the TPVR routine—Think, Prompt, Verify, Reflect—to guide safe use. AI can assist your learning, but it can’t replace critical thinking, judgment, or professional responsibility.Disclaimer: The voices in the podcast are AI generated.
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Module 3: Meet Your Cogniti AI Agents
Module 3 introduces the Cogniti AI agents built to support your Diploma in Law studies. From Subject Sensei for syllabus-based tutoring to Statute Sensei, Guidebook Guru, Lex Eunoia, SocratiQ, and LexGPT, each plays a unique role in sharpening reasoning, reflection, and legal writing. Designed to train—not shortcut—your learning, these agents act as sparring partners to help you think and perform like a real legal practitioner.Disclaimer: The voices in the podcast are AI generated.
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Module 2: General Purpose AI Tools vs. Cogniti AI Agents
Module 2: General Purpose AI Tools vs Cogniti AI Agents. General AI offers quick answers but risks shallow learning and weaker reasoning. Cogniti AI agents are purpose-built for Diploma in Law students: curriculum-aligned, privacy-safe, and grounded in pedagogy. Using the Socratic method, many of them guide you to clarify, test, and apply legal principles—helping you think like a lawyer, not just find answers. Disclaimer: The voices in the podcast are AI generated.
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Module 1: AI Foundations for Law Students
Welcome to Module 1: AI Foundations for Law Students. This episode introduces Large Language Models (LLMs), how they’re trained, and why they sometimes “hallucinate.” Discover how AI can support your studies by simplifying complex concepts and generating ideas, while also understanding the risks—false citations, outdated law, and ethical pitfalls. Gain the foundation to use AI wisely, effectively, and responsibly in your legal studies. Disclaimer: The voices in the podcast are AI generated.
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AI & Critical Thinking at the LECA Podcast by the University of Sydney Law Extension CommitteeAI is transforming legal education and the legal profession—and this podcast helps you harness it wisely. Across six bite-sized modules, AI & Critical Thinking at the LEC introduces Diploma in Law students to the world of artificial intelligence, from the foundations of large language models to the specialised Cogniti AI agents designed for the Diploma in Law.You’ll learn:How AI works, why it sometimes “hallucinates,” and how to use it safely in studyThe difference between quick-answer g
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