The Horcruxes of the 21st Century: Understanding and Navigating AI Agents in Teaching and Learning

This session examines emerging AI-powered browser tools and their implications for online assignments and assessments. Participants explore risks related to academic integrity, discuss countermeasures such as proctoring and alternative assessment designs, and share strategies for navigating AI-driven challenges across different course modalities and class sizes.

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AI Resources for Students | Assessment

AI-powered browser tools like Google’s Homework Helper and agent browsers from OpenAI, Perplexity, and Opera are introducing new challenges for online assignments and assessments. This session examines these emerging threats, explores their capabilities, and discusses practical countermeasures such as proctoring tools and alternative assessment strategies. Participants will share experiences and consider implications for different course modalities and class sizes.