Government Skills is testing the use of an AI generated video as part of its Civil Service Expectations course.
The organisation – based in the Cabinet Office – said it is the first time the technology has been used to enhance learning on one of the cross-government courses hosted on the Civil Service Learning platform.
It has asked civil servants taking the course to provide feedback on the video.
Civil Service Expectations is one of the most widely completed courses on the platform. It covers the Civil Service Code, the 2010 Equality Act, the importance of diversity and inclusion, where to go for help and support, and much more.
Understanding responsibilities
“As part of the learning we are piloting the use of an AI generated video as an optional module to help civil servants understand the new responsibilities,” said Government Skills’ (unnamed) online business partner.
“Research has shown us that people are generally receptive to learning done in this way so long as it’s clear that AI is being used.
“If this short video helps people learn in the way we hope it does, it will be something we can use across more of our learning as it’s both time and cost-effective. But we are keen for feedback first.”
