One book, eight friends, and infinite possibilities! The next chapter of the CITL Faculty Book Club will meet virtually on Zoom. It’s a great way to connect with colleagues from different disciplines who are curious about the same topics that interest you.
Joining our book club has many benefits:
- Creating new collegial friendships
- Learning from each other’s experiences and points of view
- Using a free audio book from our UIUC Library
- Earning an Accredible badge that can be displayed on LinkedIn
- Receiving a free CITL notebook to write your reflections and questions
- Suggesting ideas for our next book
If you are a faculty member at UIUC or a post-doc with teaching responsibilities, please consider joining!
Check your calendar to determine if you can commit to attending all of our meetings from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Jan 30, Feb 13, Feb 27, & Mar 13.
Our selected book will be…
Teaching With AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning (Bowen & Watson, 2024)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way we learn, work, and think. Its integration into classrooms and workplaces is already underway, impacting and challenging ideas about creativity, authorship, and education. In this groundbreaking and practical guide, teachers will discover how to harness and manage AI as a powerful teaching tool. José Antonio Bowen and C. Edward Watson present emerging and powerful research on the seismic changes AI is already creating in schools and the workplace, providing invaluable insights into what AI can accomplish in the classroom and beyond.
By learning how to use new AI tools and resources, educators will gain the confidence to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities presented by AI. From interactive learning techniques to advanced assignment and assessment strategies, this comprehensive guide offers practical suggestions for integrating AI effectively into teaching and learning environments. Bowen and Watson tackle crucial questions related to academic integrity, cheating, and other emerging issues.
In the age of AI, critical thinking skills, information literacy, and a liberal arts education are more important than ever. As AI continues to reshape the nature of work and human thinking, educators can equip students with the skills they need to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. This book serves as a compass, guiding educators through the uncharted territory of AI-powered education and the future of teaching and learning.