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Generative AI for Students
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Generative AI for Students
The Essential Guide to Using Artificial Intelligence for Study at University

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December 2024 | 224 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd
"An incredibly accessible and well-structured guide that demystifies the use of AI in academia" - student review

Can Generative AI help you study? Absolutely. Ready to learn how? This is the book for you.


This authoritative guide puts a study buddy at your fingertips, equipping you with practical knowledge to leverage Generative AI as a powerful study aid. Exploring a wide spectrum of topics, from demystifying jargon and fostering critical thinking to addressing diversity, inclusion and academic integrity, this book is an essential companion for any student looking to enhance their academic skill set and succeed in their studies.

By the end of this book you will:

- Become critically literate at using Generative AI
- Understand what the ethical use of Generative AI looks like in practice
- Learn how to use Generative AI to enhance traditional study methods
- Encounter real-life case studies and worked-through examples to put theory into practice
- Gain a comprehensive grounding in how to engage with Generative AI Tools

David Meechan is a Senior Lecturer in Education and member of the Centre for Active Digital Education (CADE) at the University of Northampton. He is an active member of the AI Special Interest Group within CADE.
 
PART I: What you need to know about Generative AI
 
Chapter 1: Navigating the AI Landscape
 
Chapter 2: What can Generative AI do for your study skills?
 
Chapter 3: Academic Integrity and the Ethical Use of using Generative AI at University
 
PART II: How to support your study with Generative AI
 
Chapter 4: Getting started with Generative AI
 
Chapter 5: Using generative AI tools to support your study
 
PART III: How to approach your assessments with Generative AI
 
Chapter 6: Essays
 
Chapter 7: Presentations
 
Chapter 8: Exams
 
Chapter 9: E-portfolios
 
PART IV: How to explore feedback with Generative AI
 
Chapter 10: Grades and feedback

I've been looking for a good book that helps students understand how to use Generative AI tools in the classroom. Fortunately this one ticks all the boxes - I really liked how it talks about using tools such as ChatGPT and Co-pilot to get inspiration for student work and how AI can be used as a personal tutor to help students focus on what they're being asked to do. The author takes a positive view of how we can use these new tools productively without losing site of our own creativity or focus. I'd give it 10 out of 10 and will be recommending it to my fellow teachers.

Five-star review from Richard
Amazon at https://bit.ly/3CIJEZ7

David Meechan’s Generative AI for Students is an incredibly accessible and well-structured guide that demystifies the use of AI in academia. Written in a clear, engaging style, it offers a practical approach to integrating AI into university studies, making it an essential read for students looking to enhance their academic work efficiently and ethically.

As mentioned before, one of the book’s standout strengths is its easy-to-follow format. Meechan doesn’t just introduce AI tools—he explains which tools, where and how they can be most helpful, from brainstorming ideas and conducting research to refining drafts and interpreting feedback. The book highlights AI’s role as a study buddy, a Socratic-style revision aid, and even a skill-building companion (including its value for SEN students), all while stressing the importance of maintaining academic integrity.

Additionally, the test your knowledge quizzes at the end of each chapter were really useful. They helped reinforce key points, ensuring I wasn’t just passively absorbing information but actually understanding how to apply AI effectively and ethically in my studies. Furthermore, I found Meechan’s discussion on AI usage trends—high-achieving students being more likely to engage with AI, a fascinating observation. His comparison of AI to electricity also stood out, emphasising its growing inevitability in education.

Overall, this guide is a must-have for any student keen to use AI effectively and responsibly. Highly recommend!

Andra Abu ghuwaleh
MA in Education student, University of Northampton

A must-read for anyone working with students and/or wanting to better understand AI

This book is essential reading—not just for those working with students (though if you are, you really should read it!), but for anyone looking to understand AI better. It’s a user-friendly and insightful guide that breaks down how to use AI ethically and responsibly.

What really stood out to me was the emphasis on responsible AI use. The book offers practical advice and clear guidance, making it easy to see how AI can be a powerful tool when used thoughtfully. Highly recommended!

Sarah Guscott
Lecturer, University Centre Peterborough

Using it to support students with their studies and educating them on how they can incorporate AI into their studying and assessments without commiting an academic offence

Mrs Samantha Hobson
Educational Psychology, South Devon College
January 24, 2025

a good introduction for students

Mr Neil G Loach
Health and Social Care at Derby, Derby University
January 14, 2025

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