AI Literacy Essentials For Students: A Micro-Credential For Maximum Impact

Workshops | IMPACT

• Session 1: INFORM: Foundations Of AI - Understanding Ethics, Policy, and Responsible Use
  Duration: 15 minutes

  Overview

  Jumpstart your students’ learning with this essential session on understanding and using AI effectively. Designed specifically for college students, this lesson explains the basics of AI and explores critical aspects of ethical usage and institutional policies. Students will learn how to navigate and interpret AI guidelines by examining syllabi and general policies. Through real-world case studies, we'll explore the implications of AI misuse, the importance of data privacy, and the principles of responsible AI application.
  

  Key Features

  • Introduction to AI Concepts: Get grounded in the basics of AI technology and its applications.
    
  • Navigational Guidance: Learn where and how to find detailed institutional AI policies.
    
  • Ethical Considerations: Engage with real-world scenarios to understand the consequences of AI misuse and the significance of ethical practices.
    
  • Resource Linking: Direct access to official college policy documents for further exploration.
    
    

  Learning Outcomes: By the end of this session, students will grasp the fundamental concepts of AI and appreciate the ethical framework and policies that govern its use within their academic environment. This foundational knowledge sets the stage for responsible engagement with AI technologies, aligning with the institution’s vision and standards.

  This enlightening session will help your students start AI education on the right foot, fully informed and ethically aware!

   

• Session 2: MAXIMIZE: Practical AI Tools & Applications
  Duration: 15 minutes
  

  Overview

  Dive into the practical applications of AI in academic settings with this engaging session. Perfect for college students, this presentation showcases how popular generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Co-Pilot, Claude, Llama, etc., can streamline and enhance both coursework and research efforts. Students will see real demonstrations of these tools in action, understand how to integrate them into their study routines and explore ways to boost personal organization and academic productivity.

  Key Features

  • Tool Demonstrations: Experience live demonstrations of various AI tools and their applications in real academic scenarios.
    
  • Academic Support: Explore the use of AI tools for personalized academic assistance, from optimizing study habits to enhancing research.
    
  • Practical Integration: Learn strategies for integrating these AI resources effectively into personal tasks.
    
    

  Learning Outcomes: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with key AI tools they can utilize to enhance their academic performance and personal productivity. This essential knowledge empowers students to leverage technology for a more efficient and organized academic experience.

  This practical session will begin helping students integrate AI tools into their academic toolkit for enhanced productivity and success!

   

• Session 3: PREPARE: AI & Student Success: Study Skills & Test Prep
  Duration: 15 minutes
  

  Overview

  During this session, students will learn practical strategies for how AI can improve their study practices and test preparation. This presentation highlights the practical applications of AI tools in creating effective study schedules, summarizing academic texts, designing study guides, and generating practice questions. Students will see these tools in action, learn strategies for integrating them into their study routines, and uncover ways to enhance learning outcomes for academic success.
  

  Key Features:

  • Tool Demonstrations: Experience demonstrations of various AI tools and their applications in optimizing study habits and test preparation.
    
  • Enhanced Learning: Explore how AI tools can provide personalized academic support, from generating practice questions to summarizing key texts.
    
  • Practical Integration: Learn effective strategies for incorporating these AI resources into daily study routines to maximize productivity and efficiency.
    
    

  Learning Outcomes: By the end of this session, students will have discovered innovative ways to utilize AI tools to improve their study habits and test preparation.
  

  This innovative session will help students integrate AI tools into their study routine for optimized learning and test preparation!

   

• Session 4: ARTICULATE: Present Like A Pro: Leveraging AI For Better Presentations
  Duration: 15 minutes
  

  Overview

  Students will improve their presentation skills with this insightful session on the potential of AI. This lesson explores a range of AI-powered tools designed to assist in creating compelling, visually engaging, and well-structured presentations. Learn how AI can help design impactful slides, integrate multimedia effectively, and provide real-time feedback on your delivery. Special attention will be given to AI applications that suggest improvements in speech clarity, pacing, and audience engagement.

  Key Features

  • Designing Impactful Slides: Understand how to use AI to design slides that capture and hold audience attention.
    
  • Integrating Multimedia: Discover methods for effectively incorporating multimedia elements into your presentations using AI.
    
  • Real-Time Feedback: Utilize AI for real-time feedback on your presentation delivery, focusing on aspects such as speech clarity, pacing, and audience engagement.
    
  • Enhancing Communication Skills: Gain insights into how AI applications can suggest improvements to enhance overall communication effectiveness in presentations.
    
    

  Learning Outcomes: By the end of this session, students will be able to leverage AI tools to refine their presentation skills. This will enhance their ability to communicate ideas effectively in various settings and prepare them to present confidently in professional environments.

  This informative and practical session will equip students with the AI tools they need to become a better communicator and presenter!

   

• Session 5: COMMUNICATE: Enhancing Writing With AI
  Duration: 15 minutes
  

  Overview

  Students will learn how to improve their writing with this focused session on the practical use of AI technologies in academic and professional settings. Tailored for college students, this presentation explores how popular AI tools can assist with drafting, revising, and polishing written content. Learn how AI can enhance grammar, coherence, style, and overall argument structure. Gain insights into ethical AI use, ensuring student’s writing remains effective and maintains academic integrity.

  Key Features

  • Tool Demonstrations: Experience demonstrations of AI tools that assist with various aspects of writing, including grammar checks, style improvements, and content structuring.
    
  • Academic Support: Explore how AI can provide personalized feedback on tone, readability, and audience engagement to enhance the quality of your writing.
    
  • Ethical Considerations: Understand the importance of maintaining academic integrity, recognizing the boundaries of AI assistance, and ensuring proper content generation practices.
  • Practical Integration: Learn strategies for effectively incorporating AI tools into your writing process to maximize productivity and impact.
    
    

  Learning Outcomes: By the end of this session, students will have developed skills in utilizing AI to improve their written communication. This essential knowledge prepares students for both academic success and future career challenges, ensuring they can produce high-quality, impactful written content.

  This session will teach students how to leverage AI tools to enhance their writing skills for academic and professional success!

   

• Session 6: THINK: Critical Thinking & Creativity With AI
  Duration: 15 minutes
  

  Overview

  Enhance critical thinking and creativity with this engaging session on the thoughtful use of AI technologies. This presentation challenges students to critically evaluate AI outputs, fostering a deeper understanding of AI's role in problem-solving and decision-making. Through real-world examples, students will learn to assess AI solutions for accuracy, bias, and ethical implications. Additionally, discover how AI can inspire and enhance creative thinking in various contexts.

  Key Features

  • Critical Evaluation: Learn how to question and critically evaluate AI outputs, focusing on identifying accuracy, bias, and ethical concerns.
    
  • Understanding Bias: Explore the potential biases in AI algorithms and understand their impact on decision-making processes.
    
  • Ethical Implications: Discuss the ethical considerations of AI usage, including responsible AI application and the importance of maintaining ethical standards from a creative standpoint.
  • Creative Problem-Solving: Develop creative thinking skills by exploring how AI can be used innovatively in various problem-solving contexts.
    
    

  Learning Outcomes: By the end of this session, students will have enhanced their ability to critically engage with AI technologies, promoting a thoughtful and informed approach to integrating AI in both academic and professional settings. This essential knowledge prepares students to use AI responsibly and creatively, ensuring they can navigate the complexities of AI-driven problem-solving and decision-making.

  This insightful session will empower students to enhance their critical thinking and creativity with the power of AI!

Learning Objectives

• In-Depth AI Understanding: Develop a comprehensive understanding of AI's transformative potential and how it can reshape your educational and professional practices.
  
• Hands-On AI Skills: Gain practical skills through demonstrations and interactive tutorials, learning to apply AI tools and methodologies directly to your academic, personal, and professional workflows to enhance efficiency and foster innovation.
  
• Ethical AI Practices: Learn to use AI ethically, prioritizing data privacy, inclusivity, and sustainability, and positioning yourself as a responsible AI user.
  
• Improved Academic Performance: Discover how to leverage AI tools to improve your study habits, test preparation, writing, and presentation skills, resulting in better academic outcomes.
  
• Innovative Problem-Solving: Enhance your creative thinking and critical evaluation skills by exploring how AI can be used innovatively to solve real-world problems and make informed decisions.
  
• Career Preparation: Stay ahead in the rapidly evolving job market by mastering advanced AI applications and strategies, ensuring you remain competitive and innovative in your future career.
  
• Leadership Skills: Learn to anticipate AI advancements and strategically leverage them for personal and academic growth, positioning yourself as a forward-thinking leader.
  
• Customized Learning Path: Tailor your learning experience with elective options that align with your specific interests and career goals, ensuring maximum relevance and impact.
• Practical Takeaways: Leave each session equipped with practical tools, ready-to-implement plans, and strategic blueprints to effectively apply AI technologies in both academic and professional settings.

Presenter

B. Jean Mandernach, Ph.D. is Research Professor and Executive Director of the Center for Innovation in Research and Teaching at Grand Canyon University. Her research focuses on enhancing student learning through assessment and innovative online instructional strategies. In addition, she has interests in examining the perception of online degrees, the quality of online course offerings and the development of effective faculty evaluation models. Jean received her B.S. in comprehensive psychology from the University of Nebraska at Kearney, an M.S. in experimental psychology from Western Illinois University and Ph.D. in social psychology from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.

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What People Are Saying

I am really impressed with all of the creative ways the presenter demonstrated that generative AI can be used to foster learning and develop skills. Thank you for this very thoughtful and well-prepared presentation.

Great workshop! All the ideas presented were easy to follow, creative, and engaging. I look forward to trying some of these ideas in my next course!

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