BRIDGETOWN, Barbados — The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) says its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) in school-based assessments (SBAs) is grounded in fairness, human judgment, and confidence in the desire of regional learners to do well in demonstrating their knowledge and competence.

In a video address released on its website and social media channels on Monday, Dr Nicole Manning, CXC’s director of operations, spoke candidly about the opportunities and challenges that AI tools present for students’ academic work and SBAs, offering direct reassurance to students and educators navigating the digital landscape.

In addressing concerns about the reliability of AI detection tools in assessment, as provided for in the CXC Standards and Guidelines for the Use of AI in Assessments, Manning pointed out that AI detection software will not be used as the sole basis for decisions about a student’s work.