The 2024 Pan-Canadian Report on Digital Learning, published by the Canadian Digital Learning Research Association (CDLRA), examines the evolving landscape of digital learning in Canada’s post-secondary institutions. A significant focus of the report is the integration and impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in education.
Usage and Adoption:
There was a large increase in GenAI use in 2024 compared to 2023
49% of respondents used GenAI to support teaching activities (up from 19% in 2023)
41% reported student use of GenAI in learning activities (up from 12% in 2023)
Future Outlook:
85% of respondents agreed that AI use will become a normal part of education within a few years (compared to 92% in 2023)
73% believed AI will make teaching more challenging (similar to 72% in 2023)
Fewer respondents in 2024 felt AI would make teaching more efficient (46% vs 59% in 2023), engaging (35% vs 49%), or effective (34% vs 48%)
Student Impact:
83% believed students will use AI to cheat (up from 76% in 2023)
80% believed students will use AI as a study tool (down from 86% in 2023)