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Intentional Teaching

Teaching with AI in Technical Courses with Jingjing Li

Nov 19, 2024
Jingjing Li, Andersen Alumni Associate Professor of Commerce at the University of Virginia, dives into using generative AI in technical courses. She discusses innovative assignments that enhance student engagement with AI tools, uncovering the diverse metaphors her students use to express their experiences. Topics also include the impact of AI on learning outcomes and the importance of integrating AI literacy into curricula, addressing the different capabilities among students and how this shapes their interactions with AI.
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Quick takeaways

  • Integrating generative AI in technical courses enhances student engagement and real-world application of concepts like machine learning.
  • Ongoing professional development and mentorship are crucial for educators to improve teaching effectiveness and student evaluations.

Deep dives

The Role of Generative AI in Teaching

Generative AI is being integrated into teaching methodologies to help educators like Jingjing Li enhance their students' learning experiences. She emphasizes the importance of using AI tools to facilitate understanding and engagement in complex subjects such as machine learning. By incorporating AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot, she aims to prepare students for real-world applications of AI in business. This approach also encourages faculty to make informed decisions about their AI policies, whether they permit or restrict AI usage in classrooms.

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