Explaining the “Why?”: AI, Student Motivation, and Academic Writing

Jun 15, 2026   3:00 - 4:00 pm  
Armory room 182 and online via Zoom
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Webinar
Sponsor
The Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning
Speaker
Laura C. Hill & Andy Wilson
Contact
Jim Wentworth
E-Mail
jwentwor@illinois.edu
Phone
217-244-2492
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Originating Calendar
AI Horizons

Laura C. Hill, Senior Lecturer, Director of Italian Basic Language
Andy Wilson, Advanced Teaching Associate, University Laboratory High School

Our two presenters will discuss the risks to both academic integrity and student learning associated with the use of AI in writing assignments.  They will also outline strategies to curb AI usage and help students take ownership of their academic work.
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