AI-Assisted Academic Research Model Tested at Goethe University
In a study conducted with 31 master's students at Goethe University Frankfurt, an 'AI-enriched contract' model was implemented for the integration of generative artificial intelligence into academic processes.
During a six-week seminar held in the spring 2026 semester at Goethe University Frankfurt, the role of generative artificial intelligence in academic research was examined with 31 master's students. Focusing on European integration, a special contract model was introduced to protect students' cognitive abilities.
The 'AI-enriched contract' applied within the scope of the research aimed to ensure that students used artificial intelligence as an assisting tool rather than a 'master'. Under this model, students were required to submit pre-AI research drafts, AI-assisted presentations, and transparency declarations containing the tools and prompts used.
The results of the study showed that artificial intelligence accelerated routine tasks and expanded capacity for new methods. It was observed that students maintained control over research questions, economic reasoning, and final interpretations. The project was funded by ZVSL QuiS_kiwi FB02 within Goethe University.
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