FGCU Generative AI Learning Series

June 26, 2024 / Digital Learning / Tags: Online Teaching, AI

FGCU Generative AI Learning Series

Academic Affairs and the AI Task Force are proud to present the following Fall Generative AI Learning Series events, which have been updated to include virtual attendance options. New events and resources have also been added.

GenAI in Education Unleashed: Faculty Perspectives on Enhancing Student Learning with Alethea

FGCU has entered into a pilot with Pangea, the creators of Alethea, a Generative AI enhanced course materials engagement tool, designed to ensure students learn and apply the concepts from the materials in courses: textbook chapters, journal articles, handouts, etc. The faculty, from multiple disciplines, who have integrated Alethea into their courses will provide an overview of how the platform is impacting student learning.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Academic Integrity at FGCU

Please join faculty, students, and representatives from CampUS Life and the Office of Student Conduct for an open discussion on Artificial Intelligence platforms and their impact in the classroom. Panelists will share their experiences with allegations of academic misconduct and discuss ways that we as a community can communicate more effectively about the use of Artificial Intelligence for teaching and learning.

Teaching & Learning with AI Conference Takeaways

FGCU Faculty and Staff who attended the Teaching & Learning with AI Conference at UCF will share their takeaways. The conference is the first national event where practitioners will discuss the use and potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on teaching and learning in higher education, specifically focusing on the use of AI in the classroom as experienced by faculty members.

Virtual Sessions with Dan Fitzpatrick, The AI Educator:

The author of the best-selling book, The AI Classroom: Teaching & Learning in the Artificial Intelligence Revolution, Dan Fitzpatrick, imparts invaluable insights and tactics for harnessing AI in education. His work has earned him esteemed accolades such as the Tech Champion Award at the Digital Industry Dynamite Awards in 2022, and recognition in the latest EdTech50 awards. (theAIeducator.io)

Two different workshops will each be offered, “Keynote” and “Strategy Session for Leadership.”

Keynote: Where Dan Fitzpatrick will unveil the profound potential of AI in education, guiding you through today’s landscape and into tomorrow's horizon. Benefits from this session include:

- A deeper understanding of the essence of AI and its role in education.
- Discover actionable strategies to implement AI in your current context.
- Gain foresight into the future of AI in education,
- Be inspired by the transformative potential of AI, sparking creativity and innovation in your teaching approach.

Strategy Session for Leadership: In this session, Dan Fitzpatrick will delve into the three-box solution to innovation, the intricacies of AI policy and the formulation of strategic planning. Benefits from this session include:

- Thorough understanding of AI and its potential applications in education.
- Gain knowledge about AI policy, crucial for making informed decisions about AI implementation.
- A structured approach to embrace innovation, ensuring they stay ahead in the rapidly evolving educational landscape.
- Develop a robust strategy for AI integration, allowing institutions to leverage technology effectively and responsibly.

Canvas Resources

We have created an AI Learning Series Canvas site, which will house resources for faculty including links to the recordings of some of the events and other learning videos and tools. If you would like to be added to the Canvas page, you can self-enroll at: https://fgcu.instructure.com/enroll/NWCMW3Links to an external site.