Assignments

Developing an understanding of how Generative AI (GenAI) works is an ongoing project. That’s because the underlying technology behind GenAI continues to develop at a rapid pace. However, given how ubiquitous GenAI tools have become for students to use as part of their learning experience, it can be valuable to incorporate activities into your class. This then invite students to reflect both on the quality of the output they may be receiving from using GenAI tools as well as an engaged understanding of why GenAI tools may generate the kind of content that the students ultimately see.

In an era of nearly ubiquitous AI access, it can be easy to lose sight of what really matters both to students and instructors about the core work of teaching and learning. What are the core principles and values that make a classroom experience meaningful?

As generative AI continues to shape the educational landscape, instructors are increasingly expected to make informed decisions about how these tools align with their pedagogical values and goals.

As generative AI tools like ChatGPT become more widely available, many instructors are reflecting on how to approach assignment design in a way that aligns with their course goals and pedagogical values. Not everyone needs to overhaul their assignments, nor is that always necessary.