Conference on Teaching Excellence

Spring 2024 Conference on Teaching Excellence

Recap:  Using AI for Effective Teaching and Learning

Saturday, March 2, 2024 from 10am-1pm

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We had a tremendous turnout for the Spring 2024 Conference on Teaching Excellence on Saturday, March 2.

463 members of Wilmington University’s faculty came together to discuss Using AI for Effective Teaching and Learning.  To review our keynote presentation from Dr. Stan Skrabut please click here. 

The response to the conference has been overwhelmingly positive:

92% of faculty responded to our survey with a favorable satisfaction rating.

86% reported that they learned something during the conference that they will be able to use to improve the classroom experience for their students. 

A special thanks to the faculty who moderated our engaging breakout rooms:

  • College of Business: Dr. John Sparco & Dr. Andy Sinclair
  • College of Education and Liberal Arts: Dr. Danny Walker & Dr. Jim McCloskey
  • College of Health Professions and Natural Sciences: Dr. Lisa Drews & Dr. Kara DiCecco
  • College of Social & Behavioral Sciences: Dr. Shawn Stevens & Dr. Stephanie Berridge
  • College of Technology: Ms. Tasha Jackson & Mr. Darryl Santry

 

Save the date!  The Fall 2024 Conference on Teaching Excellence will be held on Saturday, September 21.   

 

Event Recap

Agenda:  Using AI for Effective Teaching and Learning

 

10-10:15am

Introduction, Welcome and University Announcements

 

10:15-11:15am

Keynote Presentation by Dr. Stan Skrabut, Director of Instructional Technology and Design at Dean College

 

11:15-11:30am

Q & A with Dr. Skrabut

 

11:30-11:45am

Break

11:45am-12:45pm

Participation: Generative AI Problem-Based Activity

 

12:45-1pm

 

Recap and Adjournment

 

 

 

 

 

Keynote Session and Speaker Information

Keynote Title:  Exploring Generative AI for Effective Teaching and Learning by Dr. Stan Skrabut, Director of Instructional Technology and Design at Dean College

Presenter Bio: Stan is a Director of Instructional Technology and Design at Dean College, helping faculty and students get to the next level.  He has over 30 years of experience as an instructional technologist and trainer. He has a doctorate in education through the University of Wyoming. Author of 80 Ways to Use ChatGPT in the Classroom: Using AI to Enhance Teaching and Learning.

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Keynote Description: Generative AI are powerful language generation models that can answer questions, generate text, and provide information. In this presentation, participants will learn about the basics of Generative AI and how it can be used in the classroom to enhance student engagement and support teaching and learning.

 The presentation will cover the following topics:

  • Introduction to Generative AI and its capabilities
  • Why instructors should consider using Generative AI in their teaching
  • How to set up a Generative AI account and use it in the classroom
  • Concerns and considerations when using Generative AI in the classroom
  • Examples of successful integration of Generative AI in various educational settings

By the end of the session, participants will be able to set up their own Generative AI account and ask it questions, as well as have a deeper understanding of how they can integrate Generative AI into their own teaching. This presentation is designed for instructors of all levels and subjects who are interested in exploring new and innovative ways to engage and support their students.