Since 2023, SCAITEN has developed a high-level statement on use of generative AI in tertiary education, through extensive stakeholder consultation. The statement outlines an ethical, enhancement-led, and responsible approach to generative AI for the Scottish sector. It is structured around nine principles, each accompanied by related actions and aspirations. It serves as a foundation for institutions to guide discussions with students and staff, and to align with new or existing institutional guidance and position statements.
The Statement was intentionally written and openly licensed under Creative Commons as a living document, allowing it to evolve over time and be adapted for different contexts or areas of activity.
As a living document, it is intended to be regularly reviewed to reflect the evolving environment. It is intended that future versions may include or be repurposed for research, and relevant stakeholders are being liaised with to this end.
The Scottish AI in Tertiary Education Network (SCAITEN) comprises representation from all Scottish HEIs where members have an institutional role in leading on Generative AI. It has been working in collaboration across the sector in sharing practice, conducting funded research, and liaising with organisations such as the College Development Network, JISC, the Association for Learning Technology, and the short life working group on "generative AI in assessment and the curriculum" (commissioned by Universities Scotland Learning and Teaching Committee).