Center for Innovation In Teaching and Learning
AI in Academia
Explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in academia with our archive of workshops below. From leveraging AI for research, teaching, and writing to addressing ethical concerns and policy implications, these sessions provide practical insights and hands-on guidance. Whether you're a faculty member, researcher, or administrator, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping higher education and how to navigate its benefits and challenges effectively. Visit our upcoming events page for future sessions.
Workshop Archive
- » AI for Beginners
Unlocking the Power of Copilot - A Beginner's Guide to Generative AI
April 22, 2025New to artificial intelligence? This hybrid, beginner-friendly workshop offers a simple, hands-on introduction to artificial intelligence—no tech background needed. You'll learn what AI is, how it's used, and explore our school's own AI tool, Copilot. We'll walk through accessing your Copilot account, using it for everyday tasks, and creating effective prompts. Whether you're just starting out or want to better understand how AI fits into your work, this session will help you build confidence and start using AI tools.
- » AI&Turnitin
AI&Turnitin
October 22, 2024Designed for faculty, this workshop debunks myths and explores the realities of AI detection in academia. We will cover the limitations of tools such as Turnitin in detecting AI use and ways to help prevent students from using AI incorrectly within the confines of your course. Equip yourself with the knowledge to enhance academic integrity and leverage AI technologies to enrich the educational experience.
- » AI Prompts and Curriculum Implementation
AI Prompts and Curriculum Implementation
Part 1
October 8, 2024Join us for an engaging intro-level course designed for faculty interested in harnessing the power of AI in curriculum development. This course will guide you through the essentials of writing effective freeform prompts, enabling you to integrate innovative tools into your teaching practice. You will also learn about different AI platforms and how they can be helpful to you. Through hands-on exercises and collaborative discussions, you'll gain practical skills to enhance your curriculum and foster a dynamic learning environment.
Part 2
October 15, 2024Join us for part two where we build on the foundational concepts discussed last week course, AI Prompts and Curriculum Implementation Part 1. This week's engaging session is designed for faculty interested in harnessing the power of AI in curriculum development. This course will guide you through the essentials of writing effective freeform prompts, enabling you to integrate innovative tools into your teaching practice. You will also learn about different AI platforms and how they can be helpful to you. Through hands-on exercises and collaborative discussions, you'll gain practical skills to enhance your curriculum and foster a dynamic learning environment.
- » AI Prompting "Hacks"
AI Prompting "Hacks"
September 24, 2024
In this focused 30-minute session, participants will learn advanced prompting techniques to harness AI for automating everyday tasks, enhancing brainstorming sessions, and managing routine workflows. This session will introduce essential "hacks" to help you use AI more effectively for productivity, creative ideation, and seamless task execution.
- » Assessments in the Age of AI
Assessments in the Age of AI
September 17, 2024
Whether you're looking to enhance existing assessments or design new ones, AI can help. In this 30-minute session, discover how AI can help streamline the assessment process, from creation to student application.
- » Top 10 Takeaways from our Summer Series: Teaching with AI
Top 10 Takeaways from our Summer Series: Teaching with AI
September 3, 2024
Over the course of the summer, the CITL’s Instructional Designers met with faculty participants for a weekly book club on José Antonio Bowen and C. Edward Watson’s Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning. Our designers will summarize the top 10 takeaways from the reading and discussions.
- » Using AI to Reduce Your Academic Workload
Using AI to Reduce Your Academic Workload
August 27, 2024
Discover practical tips and tools to integrate AI into your daily academic routine. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will provide insights and hands-on strategies to elevate your academic endeavors.
Generative AI: Making ChatGPT Work for You
Taylor Chesson & Lacy Means
August 22, 2023
Watch our presentation "ChatGPT: Making AI Work for You" to discover some ideas and tips for using generative AI in education. Learn how to integrate AI technology into your classroom, explore innovative ways to leverage AI for assessments, and gain practical strategies to prevent academic misconduct.
AI in Academics: A Paradigm Shift In Pedagogy
Dr. Jason Beach
February 28, 2023
"AI in Academics: A Paradigm Shift in Pedagogy" is a thought-provoking session that will explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence on education and the way it is transforming traditional teaching methods. This session will delve into the potential of AI in enhancing the learning experience for students and how it can be leveraged to personalize education. We will also discuss the challenges and ethical considerations associated with implementing AI in the classroom. This session will provide valuable insights for faculty and administrators who are interested in exploring new and innovative ways to improve education through AI.