Everyday AI Podcast – An AI and ChatGPT Podcast

EP 188: AI in the Classroom - Focus on literacy not detection

Jan 18, 2024
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Laura Dumin
Laura Dumin, a Professor of English and the AI coordinator at the University of Central Oklahoma, explores the role of AI in education. She emphasizes shifting the focus from detection to literacy, advocating for ethical integration of AI tools in classrooms. Dumin discusses the need for educators to adapt teaching methods and develop guidelines that enhance understanding while preventing misuse. Concerns about AI's impact on student trust and curriculum are also addressed, highlighting the importance of preparing students for a technology-driven future.
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ADVICE

AI Guidelines

  • Establish clear guidelines for AI usage in syllabi and assignments.
  • This helps students understand expectations and avoid accidental misconduct.
INSIGHT

Challenges of AI Guidelines

  • Creating AI guidelines requires careful consideration of learning objectives.
  • Faculty must determine how AI can augment learning without replacing essential skills.
ADVICE

Specific AI Usage Guidelines

  • Allow AI for brainstorming and drafting with transparency, highlighting AI-generated text.
  • Limit AI usage in final drafts and reflective assignments.
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