AI tools directory
Explore AI tools and technologies that can support learning, teaching, research and professional activities at LJMU.
The directory is designed to help you understand what different AI tools can do, how they may be used and the important considerations to be aware of before using them.
Important:
The inclusion of an external AI tool within this directory does not necessarily mean that it is approved, endorsed or supported by LJMU.
Always check the tool's status and relevant University guidance before entering University, personal, confidential or research information.
Before you begin
Before using an AI tool, consider:
Faq Items
Is the tool appropriate for what I am trying to do?
What information am I sharing?
Can I trust the output?
Do I have permission to use AI?
Am I using someone else's content?
Do I need to acknowledge my AI use?
Tools
Microsoft Copilot
Status: LJMU approved
Category: Generative AI and productivity
Best for: Writing, summarising, ideas and productivity
Microsoft Copilot is an AI assistant developed by Microsoft that can help users generate, summarise and explore information using natural-language prompts.
What you could use it for
Depending on the version of Copilot available to you, it can support tasks such as generating ideas, drafting and refining content, summarising information, asking questions and supporting everyday productivity.
Things to consider
Before using Copilot, check which version you are accessing and whether it is provided through your LJMU account. Follow relevant LJMU guidance when working with university information, personal data, confidential material or copyrighted content.
AI-generated responses can contain errors or inaccurate information, so outputs should be critically reviewed and checked before being used.
Students:
Always check your assessment guidance before using AI within assessed work.
Accessing Microsoft Copilot
Access can be made through LJMU Account Apps on desktop or through Microsoft Apps such an Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
ChatGPT
Status: External AI Tool
Category: Generative AI
Best for: Ideas, writing, learning, research support and coding
ChatGPT is a generative AI assistant developed by OpenAI that allows users to interact with AI through natural-language conversations and can support a wide range of tasks.
What you could use it for
ChatGPT can support activities such as exploring ideas, explaining concepts, structuring information, drafting and refining content, summarising information and supporting problem-solving.
The features available may vary depending on the version of ChatGPT being used.
Things to consider
Do not assume that information entered into an external AI tool is appropriate to share.
LJMU guidance states no Personal information should be entered into this external tool due to data protection and confidentiality as per the university policy this includes and prompts relating to personal, confidential, University and research information.
ChatGPT can produce information that is inaccurate, incomplete or misleading. Users should therefore critically evaluate outputs and verify important information using appropriate and reliable sources.
AI-generated content may also raise considerations around copyright, intellectual property and acknowledgement.
Students:
The availability of ChatGPT does not mean it can automatically be used within an assessment.
Always follow the AI instructions provided for your assessment and LJMU's academic integrity requirements.
Accessing ChatGPT
The availability of ChatGPT and its features depends on the account and service being used. Inclusion within the AI Tools Directory should not be interpreted as LJMU endorsement or approval.
LJ - LJMU Assist
Status: LJMU tool
Category: AI assistant and university support
Best for: Finding information, university support, student queries and signposting
LJ – LJMU Assist is an LJMU-focused digital assistant designed to help users find information, access support and navigate University services through a conversational experience.
What you could use it for
LJ can support users by answering common University-related questions, helping them find relevant information and signposting them towards appropriate LJMU services and resources.
Things to consider
LJ should be used as a helpful starting point for finding information rather than replacing specialist advice or official University guidance.
Users should check important information against the relevant LJMU service, policy or official source where appropriate.
Where LJ is unable to answer a question or where specialist support is required, users should contact the relevant University team.
LearnWise
Status: LJMU availability and status to be confirmed
Category: AI-powered learning and student support
Best for: Learning support, student queries, information discovery and guidance
LearnWise is an AI-powered support platform designed for education, helping students find information and access guidance and support through conversational AI.
What you could use it for
Depending on how LearnWise is implemented at LJMU, it may help students find answers to common questions, locate relevant learning and support resources and navigate information provided by the University.
Things to consider
AI-generated responses should not automatically be treated as a replacement for official University information, academic advice or specialist student support.
For important academic, assessment or University-related decisions, users should refer to the appropriate LJMU guidance or contact the relevant University service.
The functionality and information available through LearnWise will depend on how the platform is configured and used by LJMU.
Accessing LearnWise
Availability through LJMU to be confirmed – please come back for updates.
About this directory
The AI Tools Directory is intended to help staff and students across LJMU discover and understand AI technologies.
The inclusion of a tool does not automatically mean that LJMU approves, endorses, recommends or supports its use.
Users should check the status displayed for each tool and follow relevant LJMU policies and guidance.
AI technologies develop rapidly and information within this directory will be reviewed and updated as tools, University guidance and available services change.