Preserving academic integrity and building AI literacy in a new era of education
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Creating a common benchmark to assess the true value of college degrees
REALdegrees was founded by educators and administrators concerned with the impact of AI on academic integrity and assessment. As AI tools become more sophisticated, traditional assessment methods are increasingly vulnerable to misuse, threatening the validity and value of education.
Our mission is to preserve the human element in education while embracing the potential of technology. We work with educational institutions to develop innovative approaches that maintain academic rigor and integrity in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Our main goal is to create "a common benchmark" so students, parents, employers and educators can accurately assess the true value of a college degree. This benchmark provides clarity and confidence in an era where AI technologies have raised questions about educational authenticity.
Our team combines expertise in education, assessment design, technology, and policy development to create holistic solutions that address the AI crisis in education head-on.
The core values that guide our approach to education in the age of AI
We believe that education is not just a pathway to knowledge but the foundational process through which individuals develop genuine human potential. This development—encompassing critical thinking, problem solving, and ethical judgment—is the true "human capital" that propels innovation and societal progress. Moreover, we recognize that education requires extrinsic motivation: external incentives, rewards, and societal recognition are vital in driving achievement and reinforcing the signals that attest to a learner's effort and capabilities.
From a human capital perspective, education is an investment in real, cultivated skills and abilities. An over-reliance on AI tools risks creating shortcuts in learning, where students might bypass the rigorous intellectual engagement that transforms raw information into lifelong competencies. This erosion diminishes the authentic growth of individuals and ultimately undercuts economic and social advancement.
Educational achievements serve as markers to employers and society of an individual's capabilities—attributes such as diligence, resilience, and problem-solving acumen. If AI becomes a crutch that inflates grades or generates assignments, the credibility of these signals is compromised. This not only erodes trust in educational credentials but also challenges the labor market's ability to discern genuine merit.
Our nonprofit is dedicated to the rigorous assessment of AI's role in education. We aim to ensure that emerging technologies are implemented in ways that: