Humans at the Center: Empowering Students with AI, Authentic Assignments, and Information Literacy
Dr. Jennifer Parker, Center for Teaching Excellence, University of Florida
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AI Tools and Responsible Use | |
AI for getting started | Use your institution’s approved tools or always seek a secure/paid login so you don’t “train the model”. |
FLUF Test | FLUF Website for additional resources, videos, handouts, and templates FLUF Prompt Template and Critical Evaluation rubric |
Retell the story of your research Authentic assignments iSearch Guided Practice assignment | |
Academic Assignments | |
Purpose and Scope Ethical Issues Academic Integrity Privacy and Protections | |
Application | |
Brainstorm | “Help me draft a proposal for [insert topic] |
Investigate | “Using the attached article as a guide, share a list of possible labs or investigations that focus on [insert topic] |
Summarize | “Provide a summary of the [insert reading, video, data set, etc.] |
Tutor Me | “Tutor me in [insert topic, depth, and complexity] in anticipation of a [text, quiz, etc.]” |
Debate | “Assume the role of [insert pro- or con-] and debate the [insert issue] with me. |
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Career Connections | |
Simulations | "Develop an interactive simulation for students to experience a real-world scenario related to [insert topic]. Include key decisions and possible outcomes." |
Role-Playing | "Set up a role-playing exercise where students assume roles within [relevant scenario, e.g., a business negotiation, clinical setting]. Outline roles, objectives, and dilemmas to resolve." |
Project-Based Learning | "Propose an extended project for students to investigate [real-world topic or problem] and create a tangible product, detailing stages and deliverables." |
Problem-Based Learning | "Present an open-ended problem in [subject area] with minimal initial information. Guide students to define the problem, research solutions, and propose evidence-based recommendations." |
Career Readiness | |
Interview | "Assume the role of the interviewer [insert position] for a position as [insert job] with [insert company]. Interview me for the job and provide feedback and suggestions based on my responses” |
Company Comparison | "Compare the [insert area] between Company A and Company B” |
Resume Review | Upload the resume file and the job description file. “Using the attached resume and job posting, provide feedback on how to improve the resume.” |
Industry Trends | “ In anticipation of an interview with [insert company], provide a synopsis of key industry trends and challenges the company is facing. Provide possible solutions.” |
Interview Prep Tools | |
Data Analysis | |
Create a Data Analysis Assignment | "Generate a realistic data set in [subject/field], describe its context, and prompt students to analyze the data to make informed decisions." |
Analyze a Data Set | Upload the data set. “Analyze the data set for the following items: [insert x, y, z items]. Identify challenges and recommend solutions” |
Fix the Code | “Using the following code, recommend fixes to debug for [insert example]” |
Create a Table or Visual Chart | “Create a sample data set in table format to show student performance of 22 students in 5th grade science on the ecosystems standard, and include a chart” |
Productivity | |
Assignments | |
Case Studies or Scenarios | "Create a realistic case study related to [insert subject/industry], including background, main issue, and guiding questions for analysis." |
Project | “Create a capstone project in [insert topic] that addresses [insert learning objectives]. Provide choices on the platform (digital tools), process (individual, pairs, or groups), and products (digital artifact submitted - paper, video, infographic etc.) |
Investigation | "Design an investigation of [insert topic] that looks at [insert criteria]. What tasks, challenges, and roles should be considered?" |
Digital Storytelling | Upload a file. "Retell a concept presented in the learning materials in either a lecture or how-to format” |
Tutor Me | “Tutor me in [insert topic, depth, and complexity” |
Prompt: (Example of Paraphrase & Translate) "The study of meteorology dates back to ancient civilizations, but it was not until the 17th century that it emerged as a science. Pioneers like Galileo Galilei and Evangelista Torricelli contributed to its development by inventing instruments like the thermometer and barometer. " | |
Assessments and Grading | |
Multiple Choice about Image | “Generate 5 college level multiple choice questions about [insert topic] based on the image included. Include correct answers with rationale.” |
Higher Order Multiple choice | “Write 5 higher order multiple choice questions that test a college psychology student’s ability to critically evaluate, analyze, and apply information about psychological disorders, not just recall information.” |
Align to Learning Objectives | Upload a file or copy/paste learning objectives. “Create a 50 question multiple choice test using higher order questions, aligned to [insert standards] based on [insert textbook citation]. “ |
Upload and Provide Feedback | Upload a file with rubric; upload student file. “Assume the role of a college professor in [insert course]. Provide feedback on the attached document by using the attached rubric.” |
Feedback and Communication | |
Presentations | Create a presentation between 10-15 slides using [insert source] for college students about the UNSDGs from the lens of a college professor including technical vocabulary, quotes from experts, and research |
Discussion Board Feedback | “Using this response, create feedback from the perspective of a college professor using [insert criteria or rubric] - here is response [insert copy/paste of student work] |
Soften the Syllabus | Upload the file. “Recommend updates to the syllabus to make it more approachable” |
Recommend Alternatives | “Provide a list of pro- and con- on the topic of [insert topic] and include a rationale” |
Executive Summary | Upload the file. “Provide an executive summary of the file, including talking points or possible questions” |
Create Citations | “Create an APA citation for [insert source].” |
Discipline Specific | |
Option 1: Medical | Prompt 1: Create a case study scenario for medical students to practice diagnosing shingles and include 5 questions for students. Prompt 2: Regenerate the response and include the patient's lab work results. |
Option 2: Art History | Prompt 1: Create a case study scenario for college level art history students to evaluate. Prompt 2: Regenerate the response and include the patient's lab work results. |
Presentations | |
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Additional Resources | |
Additional Resources | Bloom, B. S. (Ed.). (1956). Taxonomy of educational objectives: The classification of educational goals. Handbook I: Cognitive domain. New York, NY: David McKay Company. Blakeslee, S. (2004). The CRAAP test. Loex Quarterly, 31(3), 4. Caulfield, M. (2019). SIFT (the four moves). Hapgood, June 19, 2019. Fuller, R. B. (1981). Critical path. St. Martin’s Press. Juran, J. M. (1951). Quality Control Handbook. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. (For reference to the 80/20 application in management.) Pareto, V. (1896). Cours d’économie politique (Vol. 1). Lausanne, Switzerland: F. Rouge. Thoman, E., & Jolls, T. (2005). Media literacy education: Lessons from the center for media literacy. Teachers College Record, 107(13), 180-205. Valenza, J. (2004). CARRDSS. |