Generative AI in academic research: reflexion on prompting strategies and ethical considerations

Students will learn about the general concepts of generative AI and how it works. They will then be asked to reflect on the applications of AI in the world of research and discover new ones.

The limitations of AI will also be discussed, such as hallucinations, transparency, and ethical and regulatory issues surrounding AI. Finally, students will also practice prompt engineering to meet their specific needs.

Ziele

This workshop will enable students to develop their skills in understanding and applying AI models (ChatGPT and Copilot) and in understanding AI ethics.

  • Understand how generative AI tools like ChatGPT function at a “general” level.
  • Identify opportunities and risks in using AI in academic research
  • Evaluate AI-generated content critically (e.g., recognizing hallucinations or biased outputs).
  • Apply basic prompt strategies to improve outputs.
  • Reflect on ethical, legal, and practical considerations when using AI tools in academia.

Zielgruppe

Studierende

Students (BA, MA, Doctorant at Unifr or HES-SO) from all disciplines who wish to understand and discover the applications of AI, develop their skills in using AI and ethically integrate AI tools into in their studies.

Voraussetzungen

  • Basic familiarity with research workflows (e.g., literature review, data analysis)
  • Having a computer and an account on ChatGPT and Copilot, not necessarily a premium version.
  • No technical skills required
  • At ease with English

Kursverantwortliche und Referierende

Referierende

COUTO TEIXEIRA Maria & IBARRA-BARRON Joselyn

Daten und Orte

Datum Ort
20.10.2025 von 08:15 bis 12:00 PER21 - B205
Zusammenarbeit

This training is part of the EduKIA program, jointly developed by the HES-SO and the University of Fribourg, and offered within the framework of the “Open Education & Digital Competencies” project (PgB 2025–2028).

Bemerkungen

When using AI in class, you should always follow the rules set by your institution, faculty/department, and consult your professors for each specific course.

Eckdaten

Anmeldefrist 12.10.2025
Daten

20.10.2025 from 08:15 to 12:00

Typ Seminar / Kurs
Sprache Englisch

Ort(e)

PER21 - B205

Kontakt

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