Navigating AI in Higher Ed: Balancing Innovation and Integrity

22/01/2025 45 min Temporada 3 Episodio 11
Navigating AI in Higher Ed: Balancing Innovation and Integrity

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Send us a textOn this episode of Speaking Of…College of Charleston, we speak to Ian O’Byrne, associate professor of literacy education at the College about AI in higher education. His work centers on teaching, learning and technology and is incredibly prolific, publishing newsletters, blog posts and videos on digital literacy. O’Byrne is innovative in the classroom and always seeking new ways to keep students engaged.O’Byrne discusses how higher education can integrate AI to support learning while maintaining academic integrity. He addresses concerns about cheating and fostering creativity and critical thinking. O’Byrne also highlights the need for authentic assessment and broader ethical considerations, advocating for more inclusive discussions involving students, faculty and alumni.Most importantly, he encourages educators to have more dialogue about what these things mean for the classroom.Resources from this episode:O’Byrne’s BlogDigital Garden