C. Edward Watson

C. Edward Watson, Vice President for Digital Innovation at the American Association of Colleges and Universities, discusses the rapid transformation of AI in higher education. He highlights the shift from banning AI to integrating it into curricula and addresses concerns about academic integrity. Watson emphasizes the importance of balancing AI skills with traditional learning outcomes and shares his method of developing ideas before incorporating AI. He also predicts that institutions must adapt their curricula to meet the evolving demands of the workforce.

C. Edward Watson discusses thinking with and about AI on this episode. Topics include preparing students for a rapidly evolving world, ethical concerns around AI detection, navigating academic integrity in the age of AI, and innovative tools in education.

José Antonio Bowen, an award-winning professor and author, teams up with C. Edward Watson, a leader in curricular innovation, to delve into teaching with AI. They explore actionable strategies for integrating AI in education while maintaining essential human connections. The duo discusses innovative teaching methods tailored to evolving job markets and emphasizes the need for ethical considerations in AI use. They also highlight how AI can promote equity among diverse learners and the importance of preparing students for a tech-driven future.