Cogniti AI

Feb 17, 2025

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Why it was developed

The University of Sydney created and is using Cogniti, an AI-powered platform that enables educators to create custom AI teaching assistants tailored to their courses. Designed for scalability and pedagogical integrity, Cogniti empowers both students and faculty by:

• Providing 24/7 academic support to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Enabling faculty to create AI ‘doubles’ that mirror their teaching approach.
• Ensuring equitable AI access through secure, university-hosted integration.
• Enhancing feedback and assessment with AI-powered grading and review tools.

What it does

1. AI-Enhanced Teaching & Learning

Cogniti allows educators to create AI agents that provide real-time, context-aware tutoring, helping students grasp difficult concepts through:

  • Socratic dialogue and inquiry-based learning – AI tutors guide students through critical thinking rather than just providing answers.
  • Personalized study assistance – AI adjusts to students’ learning styles, reinforcing key concepts and recommending additional resources.
  • Interactive practice and revision tools – Students can engage with AI-powered exercises, simulations, and guided assessments.

2. AI-Driven Feedback & Assessment

Cogniti enhances assessment by making feedback faster, more detailed, and pedagogically effective, allowing educators to:

  • Expand and refine grading comments – AI assists in formulating clear, constructive feedback while ensuring academic rigor.
  • Provide equitable support – Students receive consistent and personalized feedback, improving their understanding and performance.
  • Streamline marking processes – Faculty can focus on higher-order academic evaluation while AI handles routine feedback generation.

3. Equitable AI Access for All Students

Unlike generic AI tools, Cogniti is integrated within the university’s secure, institutionally managed digital environment. This ensures:

  • Privacy and data security – All AI interactions are securely hosted within university systems, with no third-party data sharing.
  • Universal access – Every student, regardless of background, receives equal access to high-quality AI-powered academic support.
  • No reliance on external AI subscriptions – Cogniti is embedded in university resources, eliminating barriers to AI accessibility.

4. AI-Assisted Research & Administrative Efficiency

Cogniti extends beyond teaching and assessment, supporting research and administrative functions, such as:

  • AI-powered research assistants – AI agents assist students and faculty with literature reviews, data analysis, and citation management.
  • Workflow automation – Administrative tasks, including scheduling, document review, and course planning, are streamlined.
  • Institutional knowledge management – AI ensures consistency in academic policies, student guidance, and resource distribution.

5. Real-Time Insights & Faculty Empowerment

By tracking AI interactions, Cogniti helps educators fine-tune their teaching strategies and gain insights into student learning patterns:

  • Identify common student challenges – AI logs student questions and struggles, helping educators adjust their instruction.
  • Optimize course materials – Faculty can refine learning resources based on AI-driven student engagement analytics.
  • Enhance student engagement – AI agents facilitate deeper participation, allowing students to seek clarification without hesitation.

Cogniti is not a replacement for educators but a scalable, responsive, and ethically-driven AI solution that ensures students receive continuous, high-quality academic support, while faculty can focus on personalized teaching and research innovation.

How it works

The University of Sydney has implemented a structured, phased approach to AI integration:

  • Custom AI Agent Creation – Educators can design AI assistants tailored to specific courses, disciplines, and teaching methodologies.
  • Seamless LMS Integration – AI assistants are embedded within Canvas, allowing students to access them directly within their learning environment.
  • Resource-Driven AI – Faculty can equip AI agents with course materials, academic references, and institutional guidelines for accurate, contextual responses.
  • Ongoing Research & Development – The university is actively analyzing student interactions with AI to refine its effectiveness and expand applications.
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