Manifesto for Generative AI in Higher Education

Rethinking Teaching and Learning

Statement 04 of 30

Detection chases the past; thoughtful design shapes the future.

Why this matters

To chase detection is to fight the future with the tools of the past. Designing assessments that reward originality, reflection, and human insight changes the rules entirely. Instead of policing use, we design for purpose - where the value lies in the process, not the product.

A question for reflection

If detection tools disappeared tomorrow, how would your assessments have to change?

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Farrell, H. & McCarthy, K. (2025). Statement 04: "Detection chases the past; thoughtful design shapes the future." Manifesto for Generative AI in Higher Education. GenAI:N3. https://manifesto.genain3.ie/04/