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Thought Partner Program: AI In Teaching and Learning
This program is full
Friday, May 31, 2024, 11:00am-12:00pm
Friday, June 7, 2024, 11:00am-12:00pm
Friday, June 14, 2024, 11:00am-12:00pm
**Please note: This Thought Partner Program will be followed by an AI in Teaching and Learning In-Person Workshop at Nichols College on June 21, 2024 (separate registration is required for the workshop). You may register here.
Thought Partner Program participants are encouraged to attend!
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Workshop Organizers: Bryant Richards and Heather Richards of Nichols College
Registration Fee:
NERCOMP Member: Free
Non-Member: $45
Event Overview
Join us for this three-part Thought Partner Program focused on artificial intelligence in teaching and learning. Join us as we delve into the world of AI use cases, unveiling innovative approaches that are reshaping higher education. We will address the critical considerations of AI adoption, its associated risks, the strategies and approaches required for success and explore cutting-edge solutions in the realm of higher education. We will also explore the transformative potential of AI-powered repositories and prompt approaches.
This Thought Partner Program offers a unique opportunity for educators, administrators, and instructional designers to gain a comprehensive understanding of AI deployment in higher education, equipping them with valuable insights and strategies for a successful transition.
Learning Outcomes:
Participants will be able to:
- List examples of artificial intelligence use cases in teaching and learning.
- Describe the risks of artificial intelligence.
- Deploy artificial intelligence teaching strategies.
- Integrate repositories and prompts as part of their teaching and learning practices.
Note: These sessions will not be recorded. In order to be able to prioritize group connection and experience, participants will have the option to turn cameras and microphones on during the sessions.
Registration Cancellation Policy:
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Accessibility
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Bryant Richards
Bryant Richards is the Stansky Distinguished Professor of Accounting and Finance at Nichols College. He spent 20+ years in industry primarily in internal audit and compliance. As the Director of Corporate Governance at the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, Richards developed a leading class compliance and internal audit organization. Richards is currently developing the Center for Intelligent Process Automation at Nichols College with a focus on providing the skills and experiences students need to build a career in an environment of accelerating change.
Heather Richards
Heather Richards, Ed.D is the Director of Faculty Development as well as an Assistant Professor of Management at Nichols College. She recently completed her doctorate from Northeastern University where her research focused on Community of Inquiry (CoI), instructors’ Social Presence, and Instructor-generated Videos. Her professional work focuses on improving faculty and student learning and experiences in online, HyFlex, and traditional classrooms through faculty development training and pedagogies focusing on issues such as engagement, interaction, and connectedness. Heather is the Chair of the ADA Commission for the Town of Webster, Ma., and she is the co-leader for the Canvas CoP.
Agenda
Day 1: May 31, 2024
AI Use Cases
Introduction: Welcome and Opening Remarks
Understanding AI in Education
AI Use Cases: Innovative Applications in Teaching and Learning
Q&A and Discussion
Day 2: June 7, 2024
Deployment Considerations with Adoption, Risks, Approaches, and Strategies
Introduction: Welcome and Opening Remarks
AI Adoption in Higher Education: Challenges and Opportunities
Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies
Successful Approaches for adoption
Q&A and Discussion
Day 3: June 14, 2024
Repositories and Prompt Approaches for Higher Education
Introduction: Welcome and Opening Remarks
Leveraging AI-Powered Repositories for Educational Resources
AI-Enhanced Prompt Design
Q&A and Discussion