The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on higher education systems, particularly in terms of assessment. To address this, many universities and academics have turned to software such as Turnitin and Proctorio to check for plagiarism and monitor students during exams. However, this has not been an opportunity to reflect on the purpose of higher education and how assessment can be used to improve it. This article examines the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize assessment and improve the quality of higher education.
