# The AI Literacy Lab


## Posts

- [How AI reconfigures literature search and discovery](https://theailiteracylab.com/how-ai-reconfigures-literature-search-and-discovery/): Post by Lynette Pretorius. I recently presented a keynote on AI in literature search and discovery at an institutional seminar. Many people have asked me to share the presentation, so I thought I’d write this blog post to make it available to all. I would like to start by getting you to think about how you normally search for literature. For most of us, literature searching is a laborious process of defining a calibrated set of keywords combined with Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT), and perhaps the use of the asterisk to truncate certain terms. For different databases, we often need ... Read more
- [The method came before the AI: What building an auditable research tool taught me about AI literacy](https://theailiteracylab.com/method-before-the-ai-model/): Post by Michael J. Henderson. Featured image. The method should survive the model: a research pathway can remain stable while particular AI components are inspected, replaced and governed by the researcher. When academics first begin exploring generative AI, one of the most understandable questions is: Which AI should I use? ChatGPT? Claude? Gemini? A locally hosted model? Something supplied by the university? I increasingly think this may be the wrong place to start. My own route into using generative AI in research began with a method, not with an AI system. The method was designed to show how adults make significant ... Read more
- [Welcome to the AI Literacy Lab](https://theailiteracylab.com/welcome-to-the-ai-literacy-lab/): Post by Lynette Pretorius and Douglas Eacersall. A very warm welcome to all our new subscribers! 🎉 It is inspiring to see so many educators and researchers dedicated to advancing AI literacy. To help you begin your journey, we have gathered our most popular and impactful resources below. These tools are designed to foster both your own AI literacy and that of your students, spanning both learning and research contexts. The AI Literacy Lab thrives on shared wisdom and we would love to highlight your insights. Do you have an innovative practice or a resource that has worked well in your ... Read more
- [Reimagining critical thinking in the age of GenAI](https://theailiteracylab.com/critical-thinking-genai/): Post by Lynette Pretorius, Redi Pudyanti, Sun Yee Yip, and Mihye Won. As educators, we often find ourselves at a crossroads when a new technology disrupts the familiar rhythms of the classroom. The rapid rise of generative AI has certainly sparked its share of apprehension. Will it make our students intellectually lazy? Will it replace the deep, messy work of thinking with a polished, “ready-made” answer? In our recent scoping review, we explored these very questions by examining how generative AI is being integrated into initial teacher education to foster critical thinking. What we discovered was both encouraging and a call ... Read more
- [AI4HE Recording - ChatGPT as Knowledge Co-Constructor](https://theailiteracylab.com/ai4he-recording-chatgpt-as-knowledge-co-constructor/): Hi everyone. Another one of the recordings from the AI4HE conference has been made available on YouTube. You can watch it below or by clicking this link. In this presentation, Dr Lynette Pretorius and Chris Pretorius explore the implications of integrating generative AI, specifically ChatGPT, into qualitative data analysis. Their findings showcase that ChatGPT can enhance researcher reflexivity and serve as a catalyst for intellectual discovery, yet its effectiveness is contingent on human oversight and well-crafted prompt design. One of the most innovative aspects of their study is its participatory approach, in which both the researcher and the participant engaged with ... Read more
- [AI4HE Keynote Recording - AI Literacy Masterclass](https://theailiteracylab.com/ai4he-keynote-recording-ai-literacy-masterclass/): Hi everyone. We hope you enjoyed the AI4HE conference last week! We are currently busy deciding on the best approach to share all the session presentations, but you can already access the recording of the Thursday keynote (the AI Literacy Masterclass). It is available below or by clicking this link.
- [AI for Higher Education 2025: Conference program is live 🎉](https://theailiteracylab.com/ai-for-higher-education-2025-conference-program-is-live/): Post by Lynette Pretorius and Douglas Eacersall. Hi everyone! A quick note to let you all know the program for the AI for Higher Education conference in November is now available. You can check it out using the link below. At the conference, you’ll find keynotes, hands-on workshops, and practical talks that move beyond the hype of AI to what actually works in universities. If you haven’t registered yet, you can still do so here! Don’t miss out!
- [Reclaiming our words: how generative AI helps multilingual scholars find their voice](https://theailiteracylab.com/reclaiming-our-words-how-generative-ai-helps-multilingual-scholars-find-their-voice/): Republished from lynette.pretorius.com. Original post by Lynette Pretorius and Redi Pudyanti. This blog post extends our presentation at the Higher Education Research and Development Society of Australasia (HERDSA) Conference 2025. We acknowledge the other co-authors of our paper, as it was a truly collaborative project: Huy-Hoang Huynh, Ziqi Li, Abdul Qawi Noori, and Zhiheng Zhou. As the South African proverb says: “If you want to run fast, run alone; if you want to run far, run together”. You can listen to the HERDSA2025 presentation below. In the halls of academia, where prestige often correlates with fluency in a particular kind of ... Read more
- [Can GenAI be a co-researcher?](https://theailiteracylab.com/can-genai-be-a-co-researcher/): Republished from lynette.pretorius.com. Original post by Lynette Pretorius. I didn’t set out to write an essay about academic identity, generative AI, and publishing politics. But, as with so many qualitative journeys, the story found me first. What started as a playful experiment with image generation soon became a critical turning point in how I understand knowledge, creativity, and resistance within the academy. Seeing Myself in Pixels, my latest autoethnographic essay, tells that story. Let me share a little of what happened and why I think it matters. I used GenAI, specifically image-generating tools like DALL·E and ChatGPT, to create two visual ... Read more
- [Learn the basics of generative AI](https://theailiteracylab.com/learn-the-basics-of-generative-ai/): Generative AI is reshaping the world, one image, paragraph, and data point at a time. Whether you’re a curious newcomer, an educator trying to keep up with the latest trends, or a student dipping your toes into artificial intelligence, you’re in the right place. Let’s unpack what generative AI actually is, why it matters, and how you can begin your learning journey with a few hand-picked videos. What is generative AI? Generative AI refers to a class of artificial intelligence that can create new content like text, images, music, code, and more. Think of it as a creative partner trained on ... Read more
- [Subscribe to the AI literacy blog](https://theailiteracylab.com/subscribe-to-the-ai-literacy-blog/): You can now subscribe to the AI literacy blog! 🎉 Once you subscribe, you’ll get an email whenever a new post is published. It is completely free! So join our subscribers by completing the form below!
- [Call for chapters for our new open access book on AI!](https://theailiteracylab.com/call-for-chapters-for-our-new-open-access-book-on-ai/): Post by Lynette Pretorius and Douglas Eacersall. Note: This call for chapters is now closed. Are you exploring how generative AI is transforming the research landscape? Have you developed innovative approaches, ethical insights, or practical applications regarding AI in research? If so, we invite you to contribute a chapter to our forthcoming open access book: Generative AI-Enhanced Research: Ethical, Practical, and Transformative Approaches. This edited collection will serve as a go-to resource for researchers, academics, educators, and students interested in harnessing generative AI tools across the research lifecycle. Our aim is to showcase a diverse range of perspectives, theoretical frameworks, and ... Read more
- [Join us at the 2025 International Conference on AI for Higher Education!](https://theailiteracylab.com/join-us-at-the-2025-international-conference-on-ai-for-higher-education/): You are warmly invited to participate in the International Conference on AI for Higher Education (AI4HE). Facilitated by the Human-AI Collaborative Knowledgebase for Education and Research (HACKER) and the AI Literacy Lab, the conference provides an opportunity to share knowledge of AI in Higher Education, network with peers and participate in practical workshops. The conference will be on 26 and 27 November 2025 and will run electronically through Zoom. The conference is FREE 🙂 Presentations can take various formats and should focus on the use of generative AI in higher education settings. Some questions you can use to prompt your thinking ... Read more
- [ChatGPT as a qualitative research partner](https://theailiteracylab.com/chatgpt-as-a-qualitative-research-partner/): Republished from lynette.pretorius.com. Original post by Lynette Pretorius and Chris Pretorius. The rise of generative AI has sparked new conversations about its role in academic research. While generative AI tools like ChatGPT have proven effective for summarisation, pattern recognition, and text classification, their potential in deep, interpretive qualitative data analysis remains underexplored. In our recent study, we examine the integration of ChatGPT as an active collaborator in qualitative data analysis. Our findings highlight ChatGPT’s ability to streamline initial coding, enhance reflexivity and higher-order thinking, and support knowledge co-construction while emphasising the necessity of human oversight. Our study marks an exciting step ... Read more
- [The ETHICAL framework for responsible generative AI use](https://theailiteracylab.com/the-ethical-framework-for-responsible-generative-ai-use/): Republished from lynette.pretorius.com. Original post by Lynette Pretorius. The advent of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has opened up transformative possibilities in academic research. Tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude hold the potential to help with idea and content development, structure and research design, literature review and synthesis, data management and analysis, as well as proofreading and editing. However, as enticing as these advancements are, they bring ethical challenges that require careful navigation. To bridge this gap between potential and responsibility, my colleagues and I developed the ETHICAL framework for GenAI use, which has just been published open access! The ETHICAL framework ... Read more
- [Accurately assessing students’ use of generative AI acknowledgements in assignments](https://theailiteracylab.com/accurately-assessing-students-use-of-generative-ai-acknowledgements-in-assignments/): Republished from lynette.pretorius.com. Original post by Lynette Pretorius. Lecturers play a pivotal role in shaping the learning of their students. In a metric-focused university environment, this learning necessitates the assessment of students’ learning throughout their educational journey. Assessing assignments not only gauges the understanding of the subject matter but also evaluates the development of critical academic skills. These skills, such as research, analysis, and effective communication, are integral components of a well-rounded higher education. Assessing transferable skills The skills assessed must align with what is taught within the unit. When students perceive a direct connection between what is taught and what ... Read more
- [The AI literacy framework for higher education](https://theailiteracylab.com/the-ai-literacy-framework-for-higher-education/): Republished from lynette.pretorius.com. Original post by Lynette Pretorius and Basil Cahusac de Caux. In an era where generative artificial intelligence (AI) permeates every aspect of our lives, AI literacy in higher education has never been more crucial. In our recent paper, we delve into our own journeys of developing AI literacy, showcasing how educators can seamlessly integrate AI into their teaching practices. Our goal is to cultivate a new generation of AI-literate educators and graduates. Through our experiences, we also created a comprehensive framework for AI literacy, highlighting the transformative potential of embracing AI in educational settings. We embraced AI with ... Read more
- [Developing AI literacy in your writing and research](https://theailiteracylab.com/developing-ai-literacy-in-your-writing-and-research/): Republished from lynette.pretorius.com. Original post by Lynette Pretorius. I have recently developed and delivered a masterclass about how you can develop your AI literacy in your writing and research practice. This included a series of examples from my own experiences. I thought I’d provide a summary of this masterclass in a blog post so that everyone can benefit from my experiences. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been present in society for several years and refers to technologies which can perform tasks that used to require human intelligence. This includes, for example, computer grammar-checking software, autocomplete or autocorrect functions on our mobile phone ... Read more
- [Fostering AI literacy as students, teachers, and researchers](https://theailiteracylab.com/fostering-ai-literacy-as-students-teachers-and-researchers/): Republished from lynette.pretorius.com. Original post by Lynette Pretorius. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been present in society for several years – think, for example, of computer grammar-checking software, autocorrect on your phone, or GPS apps. Recently, however, there has been a significant advancement in AI research with the development of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT. Generative AI refers to technologies which can perform tasks that require creativity by using computer-based networks to create new content based on what they have previously learnt. For example, generative AI technologies now exist which can write poetry or paint a picture. Indeed, I entered the title ... Read more

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- [About us](https://theailiteracylab.com/about-us/): The AI Literacy Lab is an interdisciplinary community of educators and researchers dedicated to exploring how generative AI is reshaping higher education. We investigate the implications of AI for teaching, learning, and scholarly inquiry, with a strong focus on equity, creativity, and critical engagement. As part of our mission to foster collaborative innovation, we’ve established the Human-AI Collaborative Knowledgebase for Education and Research (HACKER). This initiative supports networking, knowledge-sharing, and co-creation around generative AI, particularly within the context of higher education. Our work centres on understanding how generative AI can be thoughtfully and ethically integrated into academic practice, not only as ... Read more
- [Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Acknowledgements](https://theailiteracylab.com/copyright-and-artificial-intelligence-acknowledgements/): You can republish any articles on this page for free in any medium or format as per a Creative Commons (CC BY) license. Please include a link to the original source and an attribution to the authors of the post in your republished version. Some articles on this blog were developed in collaboration with generative AIs, including Gemini, ChatGPT, Leonardo AI, Nano Banana, and Notebook LM. While these generative AIs acted as critical friends, it is important to note that the final versions of the content were adapted to reflect the authors’ own arguments, styles, and voices. As such, the authors take ... Read more
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