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Vol. 15 No. 2 (2024): Artificial Intelligence in Schools and University Education: Risks and Opportunities

Innovation in Competence Management: The Role of the e-Portfolio supported by GenAI in Higher Education

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3280/ess2-2024oa18446
Submitted
settembre 9, 2024
Published
2025-01-31

Abstract

This paper analyses how the skills e-portfolio, supported by Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), represents an innovative pedagogical tool in higher education to better align the highly qualified labor supply with the often undervalued demand for skills. Thanks to AI, it is possible to model the e-portfolio in a more personalized and fair manner, enhancing transversal skills, microcredentials and reducing the risk of excessive standardization. This tool allows students to document and reflect on their abilities, improving their

visibility in the labor market. However, ethical issues arise, such as the inappropriate use of e-portfolios by employers for exclusionary purposes, and the lack of transparency in algorithms that could discriminate against atypical profiles. If used responsibly, GenAI can help make the e-portfolio an inclusive tool, reducing disparities and promoting a fairer assessment of skills.

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