Your Name and Title:
Dr. Sean Cordes
Library, School, or Organization Name:
Western Illinois University Libraries
Area of the World from Which You Will Present:
Illinois, United States
Language in Which You Will Present:
English
Target Audience(s):
Library instructors at all levels of experience with the topic.
Short Session Description (one line):
In this presentation, we will use the example of library instruction session development to explore the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform instructional design and development.
Full Session Description (as long as you would like):
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere, even in the classroom! This session uses the example of online course development to explore the potential of AI to transform instructional design and development. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has engulfed every aspect of education, including teaching and learning. By leveraging this potential, educators create more engaging and effective lessons while streamlining workload, leaving more time to advance and improve instruction. In the past, online instructional design often focused primarily on delivering content through lectures, video demonstrations, or textbooks, with fewer opportunities for student engagement or individualized feedback.
However, the ability to reach the best student learning outcomes requires technical efficacy and an eye toward the future of individual information needs. The use of AI prompting helps promote inclusivity in the learning process by mitigating bias, providing multiple modalities for instruction and feedback, and personalized teaching based on student interests and needs. Accordingly, given the change in the learning environment, the presenter’s online courses have been updated to include the use of generative AI for course design.
This presentation showcases example prompts to create specific learning content and objectives, assignments and assessments, instructional strategies, and class activities.
One example is the use of AI to generate socially relevant introductions to course topics. Another is the use of prompting to describe specific objectives tied directly to learning theory. Perhaps most importantly, prompt questions now help provide clear instructor feedback tied to student outcomes and feelings about the work as learning progresses.
Through examples and discussion, the presenter will highlight generative AI's potential to enhance teaching and learning in the following areas:
• Creating dynamic prompts
• Generating clear learning objectives
• Designing learning strategies and activities
In addition, attendees will also be guided in the creation of practical examples and strategies for integrating AI into teaching practice. Takeaways from the session will provide instructors with knowledge of prompt creation and use, specific strategies for using AI prompts in teaching, and a handy toolkit of prompts to follow up!
With AI assistance, educators can create more engaging and effective learning experiences, ultimately leading to better student engagement and learning outcomes. By attending this presentation, instructors will gain a deeper understanding of how AI can create dynamic prompts that support stronger student-centered learning.
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