Artificial Intelligence

CELT releases AI Resources for Instructors

Jill Abney Aug 18, 2023

As the start of the fall semester nears and instructors make final preparations for their courses, there may be lingering questions about how to best address Generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, in the context of teaching and learning. The Center for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT), based on their work with instructors and staff across campus, has developed a suite of resources for teaching with AI, specifically targeting issues most pressing as we start the semester.

GenAI Guided "Play" Session

Aug 28, 2023, 12:00 – 12:50 PM

This in-person, hands-on session is for instructors interested in exploring potential uses of AI in the context of teaching and learning. Participants should establish a free account with one text-based GenAI tool (i.e, ChatGPT, Bing Chat, Bard) before coming to the session and bring a device so they can participate. CELT staff will provide example prompts and activities for instructors to use to explore the tool's functionalities.

GenAI Guided "Play" Session

Aug 23, 2023, 3:00 – 3:50 PM

This virtual, hands-on session is for instructors interested in exploring potential uses of AI in the context of teaching and learning. Participants should establish a free account with one text-based GenAI tool (i.e, ChatGPT, Bing Chat, Bard) before coming to the session. CELT staff will provide example prompts and activities for instructors to use to explore the tool's functionalities. Click here to register. Facilitators:

Designing Assignments with Generative AI in Mind

Sep 20, 2023, 3:00 – 3:50 PM

With the proliferation of Generative AI tools capable of generating text, code, images, and other outputs, instructors continue to explore ways of leveraging these tools to enhance learning while also providing appropriate guardrails for responsible student use. During this in-person workshop, we will consider ideas for using AI within your assignments. We will also discuss strategies for clarifying appropriate use of AI to our students within assignment descriptions.

Reflecting on AI in Teaching

Dec 1, 2023, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Generative AI is an ever-changing technology and the research surrounding its impact on education continues to develop. After a semester of teaching in the age of AI we invite instructors to reflect on the effectiveness of methods, policies, and assignments related to artificial intelligence. The virtual workshop will also explore significant changes in generative AI as it relates to teaching and learning. Click here to register.

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Writing Assignment Design and AI

Oct 4, 2023, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

Generative AI tools can process massive amounts of data and use that data to produce novel textual outputs like essays, blog posts, and other writing. Instructors who utilize writing in their courses will want to consider how to help students interrogate and, when appropriate, integrate these tools into their writing process.

An Intro to Generative AI & Teaching

Aug 18, 2023, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

This virtual workshop will serve as an introduction for instructors looking to learn more about what generative AI is, how it might impact instruction and learning, and strategies for designing AI policies for their classes. The session will include a demonstration of common generative AI tools to inspire ideas for possible classroom use.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education features Trey Conatser in conversation about AI

Jill Abney Jul 18, 2023

Jon Edelman's piece in Diverse Issues in Higher Education features Dr. Ivory Toldson, professor of counseling psychology at Howard University and Dr. Trey Conatser, director of CELT at the University of Kentucky on the opportunities and warnings surrounding AI. Read full article here.

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CELT Staff Featured on KET's Kentucky Tonight

CELT Jul 14, 2023

CELT's Trey Conatser participated in a panel on artificial intelligence for KET's Kentucky Tonight, hosted by Renee Shaw, on July 10. The discussion ranged widely from education to policy, law, industry applications, and the future of human agency.

ADVANCE Committee will explore AI opportunities, challenges

Jay Blanton Jun 10, 2023

The University of Kentucky has empaneled a broad-based committee to examine – and make recommendations – regarding the implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and tools such as ChatGPT for higher education and beyond. Led by Provost Robert DiPaola, the UK ADVANCE Committee is composed of representatives from a broad range of disciplines and administrative backgrounds

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