Transforming Education: Leveraging LLMs and AI for Innovative Teaching

Posted on by

Session Description

The advent of large language models (LLMs) and AI tools presents a groundbreaking opportunity to transform teaching methodologies in today’s classrooms. This presentation will explore how educators can effectively leverage LLMs and various AI technologies to enhance their instructional practices, promote student engagement, and support differentiated learning.

Participants will gain insights into practical applications of LLMs, such as generating personalized learning materials, facilitating interactive discussions, and providing instant feedback on student writing. We will also examine AI-driven tools that assist in curriculum design, lesson planning, and assessment, allowing educators to streamline their workflows and focus more on student interaction.

Through real-world case studies of instructors successfully integrating AI into their teaching, attendees will discover innovative strategies to utilize these technologies in their own classrooms. This session will empower educators to harness the capabilities of LLMs and AI tools to create more dynamic and responsive learning environments.

Conference participants will leave with actionable techniques to incorporate AI into their teaching practices, fostering a more personalized and engaging educational experience. By embracing these technologies, educators can better address diverse student needs and enhance learning outcomes. Join us to explore the potential of LLMs and AI in education, and learn how to elevate your teaching methodologies for the future.

Presenter(s)

Carla Ghanem
Maricopa County Community College District
Tempe, AZ, USA

Dr. Ghanem has over 20 years of teaching experience in a variety of disciplines, on various levels, and at various institutions. She has worked with curriculum and course design in all modalities for 18+ years and has supervised and trained instructors of all levels. She has designed and implemented interdisciplinary, learner-centered courses/projects. Dr. Ghanem has facilitated professional development for community college and university faculty in a variety of topics, such as learner-centered practices, assessment, technology, DEI, and design frameworks (e.g. Universal Design for Learning, Backward Design, etc.). Her expertise allows her to apply her knowledge when working with faculty and staff. She is a mentor to probationary faculty.

Dr. Ghanem has been an instructional designer at Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) for over five years. She is currently an instructional designer at the Maricopa Center for Learning and Innovation (MCLI). Before coming to MCLI, she worked as an instructional designer in the Center for Teaching and Learning at GateWay Community College. Carla Ghanem came to MCCCD from Arizona State University, where she was faculty and program director and coordinator. She is currently the Quality Matters Coordinator for the District.

Dr. Carla Ghanem received her Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Applied Linguistics & Cultural Studies from The University of Texas at Austin where her dissertation focused on instructors' identities and teaching practices, specifically with regard to teaching culture. She has three M.A.s in American Studies, Applied Linguistics, and German, an M.Ed, and an M.S. in Mathematics.

Posted in Uncategorized.