As evaluators, we are standing at the cusp of the AI revolution. But how do we use this technology without sidelining the invaluable human element?
Have you been joining in the conversation around AI and evaluation that we have shared in line with the AFREA conference 2024? We have been wondering whether AI in evaluation will sound the dealthnell of participatory practice. We have a conclusion!??
Dr Mark Abrahams attended the AFRA conference in 2024 and shares his take-aways from the conference in his article? ‘The Role of AI for Evaluators’:
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Technology and AI offer immense benefits, but truly transformative evaluation requires? a commitment to maintaining human-centred evaluation practices.?
Mark stresses the irreplaceable value of the human element in evaluations, despite AI's allure and immense benefits. Human autonomy, authenticity, and participatory processes are central to meaningful evaluation. The value of participatory methods, which place the marginalised and voiceless at the centre, should not be overshadowed by technological advancements.?
We‘re curious: what are your thoughts? Please share them in the comments!
Read Dr. Mark Abrahams’ full article below—you don’t want to miss his insightful exploration of this topic!
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