Learning Resources Commission Lunch & Learn: Creating an AI Policy for Higher Education Institutions

This workshop explored the essential steps and considerations for creating an effective AI policy tailored for higher education institutions.

Creating an AI policy for higher education institutions involves ensuring the ethical and practical use of AI while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations.

By following a structured approach, institutions can leverage AI’s benefits while safeguarding their academic integrity and protecting the rights of their students and staff.

The workshop included the following themes:

• Understanding the Need for an AI Policy: Higher education institutions face unique challenges with AI, such as:
• Academic Integrity: AI can assist students in completing assignments, which raises concerns about originality and honesty.
• Data Privacy: AI tools often require access to large amounts of data, necessitating robust data protection measures.
• Equitable Access: Ensuring all students have equal access to AI resources is essential to maintain fairness.
• Steps to create an effective AI policy
• Practical considerations for implementation, continuous review and adaption
• Checklist for creating an AI Policy

Presenter: Dr. Castillo, the Chief Information Security Officer at Miami Dade College