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Generative Artificial Intelligence

a hyperrealistic mixed race non-binary student carrying a glistening orb that has a glowing neural network inside it - standing in front of University Hall at McMaster University on a sunny fall day. Other students and faculty are blurred around them buy are moving in and out of buildingsUpdates, Events and Resources on Generative Artificial Intelligence

While generative AI offers promising new avenues for enhancing pedagogical approaches and advancing research, we approach its integration with thought and consideration. As we explore its applications, we continue to prioritize the informed engagement of our community. We invite our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to join us in this exploration, ensuring that our approach to AI remains rooted in our collective values and the broader interests of our community.

In March 2024, McMaster launched an Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee to serve as a strategic body to guide the university’s endeavours related to AI, with a focus on generative AI, ensuring a holistic approach that encompasses academic, research, and operational perspectives. Continue to visit this page for news, events, resources and updates on generative AI at McMaster University.

Find Guidelines for the Use of Generative AI in Teaching and Learning at this link.

Find Provisional Guidelines for the Use of Generative AI in Operational Excellence at this link.

Find Provisional Guidelines for the Use of Generative AI in Research at this link.

*To demonstrate possibilities, all images on the Generative AI webpage were created using Midjourney – prompts in the alt-text

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Gen AI for Students More information for students

Gen AI for Educators More information for educators

Gen AI for Staff More information for staff

Gen AI for Researchers More information for researchers

While the innovation and creativity of generative AI is exciting, these systems do not come without limitations or ethical challenges.

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Generative AI Tools and Prompts Learn More

There are many generative AI tools available and a lot to consider if you are going to use one in your teaching, research or work. While McMaster does not endorse any one generative AI tool, this page gives an overview of some common generative AI tools, as well as an introduction on how to prompt effectively.

AI Advisory Committee Learn more about the AI Advisory Committee

Review the AI Advisory Committee and AI Expert Panel Terms of Reference and priority projects

Academic Integrity and Generative AI Learn More

As use of generative artificial intelligence increases, educators, administrators, students and staff at post-secondary institutions want to use these tools responsibly and in line with the pursuit of knowledge. Here we offer resources specific to supporting academic integrity at McMaster in the context of generative AI.

Generative AI and Privacy Learn More

While specific tools will have unique privacy and security considerations, there are some broad risks associated with these tools to be aware of before you use them. This page offers a review of some of the privacy risks and considerations with using generative AI tools. 

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