GenAI Detection Tools, Adversarial Techniques and Implications for Inclusivity in Higher Education

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Hauptverfasser: Perkins, Mike, Roe, Jasper, Vu, Binh H., Postma, Darius, Hickerson, Don, McGaughran, James, Khuat, Huy Q.
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Veröffentlicht: 2024
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author Perkins, Mike
Roe, Jasper
Vu, Binh H.
Postma, Darius
Hickerson, Don
McGaughran, James
Khuat, Huy Q.
author_facet Perkins, Mike
Roe, Jasper
Vu, Binh H.
Postma, Darius
Hickerson, Don
McGaughran, James
Khuat, Huy Q.
contents This study investigates the efficacy of six major Generative AI (GenAI) text detectors when confronted with machine-generated content that has been modified using techniques designed to evade detection by these tools (n=805). The results demonstrate that the detectors' already low accuracy rates (39.5%) show major reductions in accuracy (17.4%) when faced with manipulated content, with some techniques proving more effective than others in evading detection. The accuracy limitations and the potential for false accusations demonstrate that these tools cannot currently be recommended for determining whether violations of academic integrity have occurred, underscoring the challenges educators face in maintaining inclusive and fair assessment practices. However, they may have a role in supporting student learning and maintaining academic integrity when used in a non-punitive manner. These results underscore the need for a combined approach to addressing the challenges posed by GenAI in academia to promote the responsible and equitable use of these emerging technologies. The study concludes that the current limitations of AI text detectors require a critical approach for any possible implementation in HE and highlight possible alternatives to AI assessment strategies.
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spellingShingle GenAI Detection Tools, Adversarial Techniques and Implications for Inclusivity in Higher Education
Perkins, Mike
Roe, Jasper
Vu, Binh H.
Postma, Darius
Hickerson, Don
McGaughran, James
Khuat, Huy Q.
Computers and Society
Artificial Intelligence
This study investigates the efficacy of six major Generative AI (GenAI) text detectors when confronted with machine-generated content that has been modified using techniques designed to evade detection by these tools (n=805). The results demonstrate that the detectors' already low accuracy rates (39.5%) show major reductions in accuracy (17.4%) when faced with manipulated content, with some techniques proving more effective than others in evading detection. The accuracy limitations and the potential for false accusations demonstrate that these tools cannot currently be recommended for determining whether violations of academic integrity have occurred, underscoring the challenges educators face in maintaining inclusive and fair assessment practices. However, they may have a role in supporting student learning and maintaining academic integrity when used in a non-punitive manner. These results underscore the need for a combined approach to addressing the challenges posed by GenAI in academia to promote the responsible and equitable use of these emerging technologies. The study concludes that the current limitations of AI text detectors require a critical approach for any possible implementation in HE and highlight possible alternatives to AI assessment strategies.
title GenAI Detection Tools, Adversarial Techniques and Implications for Inclusivity in Higher Education
topic Computers and Society
Artificial Intelligence
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2403.19148