Faculty-Specific Uses and Issues
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education, the integration of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) into teaching methodologies is opening up unprecedented opportunities for enhancing critical thinking skills among students. As educators strive to prepare students for a complex world where analytical skills, creativity, and ethical reasoning are paramount, leveraging Generative AI presents a novel and exciting frontier.
This exploration delves into the multifaceted ways in which Generative AI can be harnessed to cultivate these essential skills, transforming traditional educational environments into dynamic spaces for innovation, personalized learning, and deeper intellectual engagement. Through a range of applications—from facilitating complex problem-solving and encouraging diverse perspectives to developing analytical skills and promoting creative problem-solving—this text outlines strategic approaches for educators to incorporate Generative AI into their pedagogical practices.
Furthermore, it examines the implications of using Generative AI in classroom activities, assessments, and the streamlining of administrative tasks, thereby enhancing the learning experience and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ethical consideration. In doing so, it underscores the transformative potential of Generative AI in higher education, paving the way for a future where teaching and learning are more aligned with the demands of the digital age.
Faculty Specific Resources (links will open in a new window)
Using AI for General Instruction
Exploring Critical Thinking and Ethics Instruction
Using Generative AI in Assessment
Creating AI-Resistant Assignments, Activities, and Assessments (Designing Out)
Streamlining Administrative Tasks with Generative AI
Creating a Personal AI Course Plan
Evaluating Generative AI Platforms to Best Meet Your Needs
Identifying Relevant Domain-Specific AI Platforms
Sample NMU AI Syllabus Statements
Understanding FERPA in the Context of Generative AI: A Guide for Faculty