The Higher Ed Geek Podcast Episode #295: How to Redesign and Optimize Course Development with AI
Sep 3, 2025
Dr. Evan Kropp, Executive Director of Distance Education at the University of Florida, discusses the profound impact of AI on higher education. He shares practical insights on integrating AI into course design, highlighting ethical considerations and the importance of accessibility. The conversation dives into empowering both faculty and students, while fostering a culture of curiosity and adaptability. Dr. Kropp emphasizes that AI should be embraced as a catalyst for innovation, changing the way educators engage with their students and prepare them for future careers.
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AI Preceded ChatGPT
- AI has been evolving in education long before ChatGPT, with tools like adaptive learning already in use.
- University infrastructure and culture (like UF's AI training and supercomputers) accelerate meaningful integration.
Use AI To Draft Module Intros
- Use AI to draft module introductions by feeding context from adjacent modules and faculty notes.
- Have instructional designers edit those drafts to produce clearer, student-centered module guidance.
Automate Alignment Checks
- Ask AI to check alignment between learning outcomes, resources, and assessments using your quality standards.
- Use its output to find misalignments and fix assessment or content gaps before students encounter them.