Contract cheating may have met its match in Artificial Intelligence

The influence of artificial intelligence (AI) can be felt across every aspect of life, and higher education is no exception. AI is making education increasingly accessible and easier for students with disabilities, providing support for those who need additional help. But it can also help universities uphold academic honesty policies. Georgia Tech University in the US has developed "an AI agent" named Jack Watson to pose as a contractor and help the university identify students guilty of contract cheating. Contract cheating is a serious academic dishonesty that involves students getting an external party to contribute to or complete their assignments or assessments.