AI has created a dilemma in higher education

In the dynamic interplay between technology and academia, Fudan University's recent decision to implement stringent regulations on the use of artificial intelligence in undergraduate dissertations has ignited a public debate.

These regulations, encapsulating six prohibitions, underscore the need to safeguard academic integrity and nurture original thinking. As a professor, I have delved into the nuances of the regulations, exploring their rationale, implications and the broader ethical and normative challenges they raise within the higher education landscape. And by drawing comparisons with international practices, I aim to provide concrete suggestions for managing AI usage in higher education.

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