Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) has become increasingly prominent in education, often raising concerns about academic integrity and the misuse of Gen AI tools. In turn, when used appropriately, Gen AI can help both faculty and students with content creation and efficiency. As the AI industry grows, integrating it into courses, whether directly or through […]
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The CTLD has launched a new AI Literacy training to help students understand what generative AI tools, such as MS Copilot and ChatGPT, can and cannot do, and how to use them responsibly in academic and professional settings. The training includes two optional module-based pathways, Self-Guided and Instructor-Learner Participation, that instructors can add to their […]
Canvas now offers AI-generated discussion summaries for instructors. This feature, called IgniteAI Summaries for Discussions, provides a quick snapshot of student engagement, helping you identify general themes in the conversation. This tool is not a replacement for thoroughly reviewing the discussion yourself, but it can be helpful for spotting trends, gauging participation, and getting a […]
Generative artificial intelligence, or GenAI, has taken higher education by storm. Products like Copilot and ChatGPT allow users to enter in simple prompts and generate novel written works that mimic human writing. The CTLD’s collection of resources on GenAI will familiarize you with the basics, including how it works, the implications for education, and even […]
It seems like higher education has been through a roller coaster over the past several years. The challenges of the pandemic, an explosion in online enrollments, and the transition back to the classroom may have left many educators and students dazed and trying to adapt. Just when there was a chance to catch our breath, […]
Generative AI is a powerful new technology with many applications for teaching and learning. However, its daunting for some educators to dive into a novel technology that can be used inappropriately, especially in an educational context. While it might be a little intimidating at first, its well worth exploring, both to see how it can […]
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Copilot Example Showcase
Copilot is a versatile generative artificial intelligence product now available to all MSU Denver faculty, staff and students. Built on the popular ChatGPT large language model, it responds conversationally to any prompt the user provides. In this showcase, you’ll find several example videos demonstrating how Copilot can be used for educational purposes. These practical demonstrations […]
In July of 2023, then Interim Provost Marie Mora, Ph.D., stated every course at MSU Denver should explicitly address the use of generative artificial intelligence in the syllabus or other course information. Review the Generative Artificial Intelligence Taskforce page for more information on Generative AI from the Provost. For specific examples of different AI policies […]
Generative AI technologies, such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and Midjourney, are revolutionizing the educational landscape, particularly in higher education. Recognizing the significance of these advancements, the CTLD has curated a comprehensive list of resources and tutorials regarding AI tailored for faculty and staff. Additionally, the MSU Denver Teaching and Learning with AI homepage provides resources on […]
ChatGPT is an artificial-intelligence chatbot that users can engage with for assistance, conversation, or answers to complex inquiries. It is a powerful tool that can create human-like responses to a wide variety of prompts and questions. This tutorial covers how to sign up, log in, and enter a prompt using ChatGPT. To learn more about […]