Good skills in the responsible use of AI important

The policy of Reykjavík University is to provide students with outstanding education that meets the needs of the future. Studies at RU involve diverse teaching and assessment methods, practical projects, active student participation, connections between studies and industry and society, and training students in critical thinking, creativity, and independent and ethical working practices.

Bryndís Björk Ásgeirsdóttir, Vice Rector of Learning, Students and Sustainability, says that major technological advances in recent years—especially in the field of artificial intelligence—have driven developments in teaching methods, learning, and assessment at Reykjavík University: “We consider this development very important in order to stay at the forefront in these matters and to remain aligned with the needs of industry and society.”

Bryndís gives examples of how assessment and teaching methods have been evolving: "In addition to written assessments, oral assignments and oral exams have become more common. Practical, real-world projects in collaboration with industry and societal institutions are very popular—for example, participation in designing software, hardware, business models, or healthcare interventions, where students combine knowledge and practical skills that industry and society demand."

She further explains that flipped classroom teaching is increasingly used: "For this, the university uses its studio to produce high-quality teaching materials that students can watch before class, while class time itself is then used for group work, project work, and discussions at Reykjavík University."

Bryndís says that due to the rapid development of artificial intelligence, it will continue to influence teaching, learning, and assessment: “It will make some things easier and give us more time for other important tasks. For our students and staff, it is key to have good skills in using artificial intelligence, to understand its advantages and disadvantages, and to use it in a constructive and responsible way. Although technology can do remarkable things, it does not replace human intelligence, creative thinking, and social ‘magic.’ People are meant to connect with people, and the human element will only become more important with technological progress,” says Bryndís in conclusion.

More information about teaching methods and everything related to RU can be found in the RU Annual Report 2025, published in April.