Forms of AI

Monday, July 31: Artificial Intelligence (AI): What is it? How can it be used?  

Webinar Discussion Description:  

Join Dr. Elizabeth Robertson Hornsby (SLU), the ULS Content Expert for Online Teaching and Learning, for an engaging professional development webinar on the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its applications in academia. This webinar is designed for faculty and staff working at universities within the University of Louisiana System (ULS). 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that aims to create intelligent machines that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as natural language processing, image recognition, and decision-making. In other words, AI is the ability of machines to simulate human intelligence and perform tasks that would typically require human intervention. During the webinar, Dr. Hornsby will provide an overview of AI and its various applications in academia. She will discuss how AI can be used to support teaching and learning, research, and administrative tasks. Dr. Hornsby will also provide examples of AI technologies that exist today, such as chatbots, virtual assistants, and machine learning algorithms. 

By the end of this webinar, attendees will have a better understanding of what AI is, how it works, and its potential to transform higher education. They will also gain insights into how AI can be used to support their work as academic faculty and staff at ULS universities. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from Dr. Hornsby, a leading expert in online teaching and learning, about one of the most exciting and rapidly developing fields in technology today. 

Afternoon: AI Tool Talent Show Live Discussion  

Join Dr. Elizabeth Robertson Hornsby (SLU), the ULS Content Expert for Online Teaching and Learning, along with UNO’s talented Meredith King and Dr. Frank Crocco and the Course Design team from ULL for an exciting afternoon exploring AI technology that is free and available for use by faculty and staff. During this event, attendees will learn about the latest AI software and technologies that can be utilized in academic settings, and discover how these tools can enhance their work and teaching. 

The event will feature demonstrations and discussions on a range of AI technology examples, including chatbots, virtual assistants, machine learning tools, and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore these technologies and discuss their potential applications in academic contexts. By the end of the afternoon, attendees will come away with a greater understanding of how AI can be utilized in their work and teaching, and will have gained insights into the latest AI software and tools available for free. Join Dr. Hornsby and friends for this exciting exploration of AI technology in academia. 

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Tuesday, August 1: Designing Authentic Assessments in the Age of AI  

Webinar Discussion Description: 

Authentic assessments are assessments that measure students’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in ways that reflect real-world tasks and scenarios. Join Dr. Elizabeth Robertson Hornsby (SLU), Dr. Frank Crocco (ULL), and Meredith King (UNO) for an exciting webinar on Designing Authentic Assessments in the Age of AI. During this webinar, participants will learn how to create meaningful assessments that accurately measure students’ learning outcomes using AI-powered tools and strategies. Elizabeth, Frank, and Meredith will share their expertise in creating authentic assessments and explore how AI can be used to enhance the assessment process. By the end of the webinar, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how AI can be leveraged to design assessments that measure student learning outcomes in authentic ways. They will also learn strategies for incorporating AI into their assessments, and how to evaluate the effectiveness of AI-powered assessments. 

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from these experts and take your assessment design to the next level with AI-powered tools and strategies! 

Afternoon: Designing Authentic Assessments Office Hours Live Session 

Are you looking to create more meaningful assessments for your students? Do you want to explore how AI can enhance your assessments and better measure student learning outcomes? Join our innovators for an exciting Authentic Assessment and AI workshop!  

During this virtual workshop, you will have the opportunity to ask Dr. Elizabeth Robertson Hornsby (SLU), Dr. Frank Crocco (ULL), and Meredith King (UNO) questions about designing authentic assessments and leveraging AI to enhance the assessment process. The workshop will be held in a virtual office hour format via Zoom. This is a great opportunity to learn from experts in the field and get practical advice on how to improve your assessment design. 

Whether you are a faculty member or staff member looking to improve your assessments, this workshop is for you. Come with your questions and leave with new insights and strategies for creating authentic assessments that better measure student learning outcomes with AI-powered tools. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn from these experts and take your assessments to the next level with AI! Register now to reserve your spot. 

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Wednesday, August 2: AI for Task Automation: Working Smarter 

Webinar Discussion Description: 

Are you curious about how AI technologies can enhance your work product and make your administrative tasks more efficient? Join our Content Expert, Dr. Elizabeth Robertson Hornsby (SLU), and other leaders in innovation for an exciting webinar on the topic. 

During this discussion, we will focus on ways that faculty and staff across the UL System can use AI technologies to assist in administrative tasks like email communication, grading, and scheduling. Our experts will share insights on the latest AI technologies and how they can be integrated into your daily work to improve productivity and efficiency. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and get practical advice on how to incorporate AI into your work product. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn how AI can enhance your work product and streamline your administrative tasks. Register now to reserve your spot! 

Webinar: Define, Refine, and Re-Generate: Building Prompt Engineering Skills  

Webinar Discussion Description: 

Are you looking to enhance your prompt engineering skills and improve the learning experience for your students? Join us for an exciting webinar on “Define, Refine, and Re-Generate: Building Prompt Engineering Skills” with our Content Expert for Online Teaching & Learning, Dr. Elizabeth Robertson Hornsby (SLU), and program leaders Meredith King, Dr. Frank Crocco, and Dr. Megan Lowe, the Content Expert for Open Educational Resources and Director of Libraries at Northwestern State University (NSU). 

In this session, you’ll learn about the prompt engineering process, which involves defining, refining, and re-generating prompts to support more effective and meaningful learning experiences. Our experts will share practical tips and best practices on how to design prompts that align with learning objectives, encourage critical thinking, and engage students. 

Whether you’re new to prompt engineering or looking to enhance your existing skills, this webinar is perfect for you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from our knowledgeable experts. Register now to reserve your spot and take your prompt engineering skills to the next level! 

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Thursday, August 3: AI and Ethical Implications 

Webinar: Exploring the Grey Area of AI: Implications for Ethical Use in Evaluating Student Work  

Webinar Discussion Description: 

Join us for a robust discussion on “Exploring the Grey Area of AI: Implications for Ethical Use in Evaluating Student Work” led by our Content Expert for Online Teaching & Learning, Dr. Elizabeth Robertson Hornsby (SLU), and the Content Expert for Open Educational Resources, Dr. Megan Lowe. 

As AI technology becomes more widely deployed in academic settings, it is essential to explore the ethical implications and moral dilemmas that arise in the evaluation of student work. This panel discussion will delve into the grey area that AI creates as we use it to enhance our work product and explore its use in student work. Our experts will provide insights into identifying ethical issues related to AI use and best practices for ensuring ethical use in academic settings. 

Whether you’re a faculty member or staff member responsible for evaluating student work, or simply interested in exploring the ethical implications of AI technology in academia, this webinar is perfect for anyone looking to engage in a robust discussion on this important topic. Register now to reserve your spot and join the conversation. 

Afternoon: Workshops (Using Turn-it-In to detect AI; Transparency of AI Use; Creating an Honest Academic Culture; etc.) Live Session: 

Join us for an afternoon of workshops led by our innovation leaders to help you detect AI-generated work in the classroom. Our experts will demonstrate how to use Turn-it-in as a tool to detect AI-generated work and explore the limitations and potential biases of AI. We will also discuss the importance of AI use transparency in the classroom. This is a great opportunity to enhance your understanding of AI and its impact on student work. 

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Friday, August 4: Reflections on AI  

Webinar: Reflections on the week’s programming  

Webinar Discussion Description: 

Join our Content Experts for Online Teaching & Learning and Open Educational Resources, Dr. Elizabeth Hornsby (SLU) and Dr. Megan Lowe (NSU), as well as our Lead Innovators, Meredith King (UNO), Dr. Whitney Sivils-Sawyer (LTU), and Dr. Frank Crocco (ULL), for a recap of our recent programming on AI in academia. This conversation will explore the topics covered in previous webinars, including understanding and using AI, exploring AI’s impact on creating authentic assessments, utilizing AI software to improve work productivity and efficiency, and addressing the ethical implications of AI in academia. Join us to further discuss these topics and help inform future professional development opportunity.