Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is a form of Artificial Intelligence (AI) which produces original output in response to prompts from users. GenAI produces text or other multimedia outputs (video, image, audio) based on pattern recognition and predictive generation.
In contrast to traditional AI, which uses algorithms to serve specific functions (for example, suggesting which movie to watch on a streaming service), GenAI is much more versatile.
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How does it work?
- GenAI tools are trained on data gathered from all over the Internet.
- Interacting with GenAI tools involves using instructions called ‘prompts’.
- GenAI then takes these prompts and constructs a response based on its training.
What can it be used for?
Generating and revising documents and media in a variety of formats, e.g.:
- Analysing text
- Translating
- Computer coding
- Generating multimedia content
GenAI can also be used to support learning and assessment, when used appropriately.
What are the ways Gen AI can be accessed?
GenAI can be accessed in a variety of ways:
- Stand-alone technologies (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot, etc.)
- Embedded technologies (e.g. built-in software, such as: Grammarly, Office365, VSCode, Adobe products like Reader and Photoshop, etc., and including operating systems on devices such as laptops or phones)