Gen AI at CITL

The Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning (CITL) is hosting generative artificial intelligence (AI) events at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Throughout the AI series at CITL faculty and staff will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on workshops, guest talks, and conversations on how GenAI impacts the future of education and beyond.  Make sure you subscribe to the AI newsletter to stay informed about all things Generative AI.

Thursday, February 12, 2026

  • Teaching Case Study: ChatGPT and Beyond – Exploring AI in Advertising

    10:00 - 11:00 am
    Armory room 172 and online via Zoom

    By examining the assignments, readings, guest presentations, and student feedback over two years, this session highlights strong student engagement and the ongoing pedagogical development of the "AI and Advertising" course. Additionally, design, evolution, and outcomes are explored, offering practical lessons for teaching when technology and creativity intersect.

Friday, February 27, 2026

  • 'Because I Told You So' Doesn't Work: Critical AI Literacy in the Classroom

    1:00 - 2:00 pm
    Armory room 172 and online via Zoom

    In this session, presenters will make an argument for teaching students about the limitations of GenAI tools rather than simply telling them not to use it. They will provide examples of how to integrate critical AI literacy into a variety of classes, including training on AI course policies, reflecting on ethical quandaries, and exercises using large language models.

Thursday, March 5, 2026

  • AI Literacy in Language Teaching and Learning (Panel Discussion)

    2:00 - 3:00 pm
    Lucy Ellis Lounge in LCLB and online via Zoom

    The panelists will talk about building AI Literacy for language teachers, both by sharing tools that can support educators and by recognizing the ways AI poses new challenges for teachers. They will also share examples for approaching AI Literacy for learners, including helping students better understand how AI use can impact their language learning, for better or worse.