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ACUE Courses for Novices

The Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) Courses for Novices

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ACUE AI Quick Study Series Course Homepage

ACUE AI Quick Study Series

The AI Quick Study Series features a collection of high-quality Quick Study courses that equip educators with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to efficiently utilize AI. This is a very basic beginners series of courses for people who are aware but not have used genai.

Expires June 30, 2025

Quick Study Courses and Learning Objectives:

Introduction to Generative AI

Instructors will explore the basics of GenAI, including the key context and terminology, challenges, and benefits of this emerging field.

Writing Effective AI Prompts

Learn to craft AI prompts that generate desired outputs:

  • Write and refine prompts to achieve specific outcomes.
  • Apply effective prompting techniques to create a course announcement.

Leveraging AI to Develop Course Resources

Use AI to enhance course materials and support student learning:

  • Create instructional materials with AI assistance.
  • Generate course resources to aid student comprehension and engagement.

Teaching with AI-Inclusive and AI-Resistant Learning Experiences

Design learning experiences that integrate or resist generative AI:

  • Develop tasks that effectively leverage generative AI (GenAI).
  • Design assignments that are resistant to GenAI-generated content.

Empowering Students to Use AI Responsibly

Foster students’ understanding of AI and its responsible use:

  • Establish clear expectations for students' AI usage (e.g., syllabus statements, community agreements).
  • Teach students how to craft effective AI prompts and evaluate AI-generated outputs.
  • Guide students on using AI as a tool to support their learning.