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FULL REPORT | Guidelines for supporting foundation/bridging ākonga to evaluate and utilise Gen AI to improve writing and reading

This report presents the rationale, research processes, findings and details for the development of an AI chatbot to support the attainment of academic writing skills by bridging and foundation ākonga. Gen AI provides many opportunities, when used appropriately, for supporting bridging/foundation ākonga and their kaiako. This project can help inform how Gen AI can be utilised to underpin the shift towards more ako and ākonga-centred learning.

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