Generative AI

In this section, we explore the potential of Generative AI for learning.  How would integrating Gen AI tools into your classroom assignments look like?  Try following this structured approach, emphasizing learning, engagement, collaboration, and reflection.  Also explore additional resources and some discipline-specific lessons made by other educators.

1. Establish a community of learning.
2. Provide an explanation of how ChatGPT works.
3. Model how to ask questions and clarifications.
4. Encourage meaningful questions.
5. Provide opportunities for independent and peer/group exploration and reflection.
6. Facilitate discussions and critical thinking.
7. Reflect on the process and the learning

From The ABC's of ChatGPT for Learning

Knowledge Building Scavenger Hunt Activity: Using ChatGPT to research, organize, and synthesize information on various topics.

Activity Steps:

1. Divide the class into teams of 3-5 students.
2. Provide each team with a list of tasks related to various subjects.  Ensure that the tasks require students to research, organize, and synthesize information.
3. Set a time limit for the activity and instruct teams to use ChatGPT to complete the tasks.
4. Encourage teams to work collaboratively, engaging with ChatGPT and continuously evaluating the responses.
5. Have teams share their findings with the class.
6. Facilitate discussions and give feedback for use, well supported answers, and insights.
7. Reflect on the tool, their process, and their learning.

Adapting your course design to face the new reality of Generative AI should and will take time, but students have access to these tools now and need guidance now.  These are a few ways to initially adapt your assignments with Generative AI in mind:

1. Incorporate more on-demand in class assignments where students engage with the material right there and then (timed assignments for virtual classes).
2. Require students to include materials only available in your classroom, lessons, lectures, or lab work.
3. Rquire detailed citations for their written work.
4. Have students include personal examples and experiences.
5. Focus on the process rather than the final product.
6. Consider having students build on conversation with generative AI with thoughtful and critical follow-up questions.
7. Add fact-checking activities with Generative AI to check the accuracy and authenticity of the bot.
8. Direct students to UHD Student Libguide or use the material to help them learn about GenAI from a student perspective.

For long-term planning for redesigning assessments review the resources found at Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence website Faculty Generative AI Resources and/or contact us for an individual instructional design consultation virtually or in person CTLE Instructional Design Support Request.