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AI Syllabus Policy
The use of AI tools in the classroom is not a one-size-fits-all decision. As an instructor, you have the flexibility to define when and how AI can be used in your classroom. Whether you choose to encourage, limit, or prohibit AI tools, it’s essential to establish clear expectations and communicate these expectations openly with your students. Building on discussions from our recent WITT event, this post explores key considerations for crafting course and assignment-specific AI policies. Course Policy Do I need an AI policy in my syllabus? The short answer is yes! As students become more familiar with AI tools, clear policies related to their use will ensure students understand…
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Choose the Right Generative AI Tool for Teaching and Research
When used intentionally generative AI can be a great addition to your teaching and research toolkit. Text-Based AI Tools, powered by large language models (LLMs), can be used for a variety of academic tasks. Below are some leading options: Leading Text-Based LLMs Specialized Tools for Academics These tools offer methods to engage with students in new ways, and streamline tasks. Here are some tips and insights to help you get started with the right AI tools for your needs. The platforms you’re already using are increasingly integrating AI features to enhance teaching, research, and productivity. Some of these platforms are: Generative AI offers potential for new forms of engagement. By…
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Beyond Text-Based AI : AI for Creative Application
Generative AI has changed how we create content, from text and code to images, videos, and music. While much of the conversation centers on text-based tools like ChatGPT, the scope of AI extends beyond writing. Non-text-based AI tools offer opportunities for creativity that can transform classroom experiences and teaching practices. For disciplines that don’t heavily focus on writing, these tools provide a reason to engage with AI technologies. Non-Text-Based AI Tools can generate visual, audio, and multimedia content. These tools can be useful for creating instructional materials, enhancing classroom presentations, and sparking student creativity. Below are some prominent tools and their potential applications. Image Generators Video Generators Voice and Sound…
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For Faculty: Making AI Work for You
AI is here and not going away. When ChatGPT first came out of nowhere it was hard to imagine the implications, applications and its future. We still are just beginning on this journey and don’t know what the next few years will bring. But what is clear is that these tools are useful for tasks well beyond generating mediocre essays. This guide will give faculty some practical, time saving ideas on how to make AI work for you and your students. A great repository for suggestion can be found in Ethan and Lilach Mollick’s Prompt library. First some guiding principles on approaching AI: Ideas to help with course planningIdeas to…
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Prompting with AI
Unlike conducting a Google search, where you look for existing information through keyword searches, generative AI requires a more nuanced approach. When you use generative AI, you’re not just searching; you’re instructing the AI to create new content. This process necessitates providing detailed and specific information to guide the AI in producing the desired results effectively. This information is provided in the form of a prompt. In this post we will explore the art of crafting effective prompts to enhance your interaction with AI tools. What is a Prompt? A prompt is how you instruct an AI tool to perform a task for you. This could include creating content, summarizing…