Andrei Strukov

Dr. Tina Daigle

Generative AI at UMA

Definitions

Artificial Intelligence - a machine's ability to perform cognitive functions typically performed by humans (Siri, Alexa) - using computers to do things that typically require human intelligence

• Can process large amounts of data with the goal of recognizing patterns, making decisions, and making adjustments

Chat GPT - a type of AI - Intelligent Chatbot designed for chat based interactions to generate human-like responses - uses a LOT of data to respond to prompts

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*Disclosures

• We are in the same position as most of you. Chat GPT launched in Nov. 2022
• We are not lawyers.
• AI is here - we cannot ignore it.

What Faculty are Saying

• 40% say they are “familiar with AI”
• Only 18% said they understand teaching implications of GenAI
• Sample faculty usage statistics:
• 22% have used to design course materials
• 16% have used for email or other administrative tasks
• 15% for creating images
• 42% do not allow any Gen AI use in their courses
• Concerns: academic integrity, ethics, accessibility

Generative AI and Postsecondary Instructional Practices (ITHAKA S+R; June 20, 2024)

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What Students are Saying

• 51% said GenAI helped them get better grades (↑4 pts from F‘23)
• 56% said it has helped them be more efficient (↑7 pts from F‘23)
• 44% of students are seeking tools to walk them through problems.
• STEM majors = 51%
• Highest use from 9p -11p for anytime, anywhere help
• Nearly 60% are interested in trying new gen AI tools

End Of Semester AI Report: More College Students Say AI Is Helping Them Get Better Grades, June 24, 2024.�

How can AI benefit faculty and students?

• Provide definitions
• Translate
• Study “buddy”
• Describe a topic in simpler or more advanced terms
• Broaden understanding
• Generate ideas or drafts
• Provide feedback
• Streamline tasks
• Other ways?

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Drawbacks of AI

• Concerns about learning
• Bias
• Stereotypes
• Hallucinations
• Copyright concerns
• Incorrect information or inability to determine how conclusion obtained
• Made up references
• Security concerns/Data privacy
• False accusation of cheating - difficult to detect
• Changing SO FAST!
• Others?

Integrating AI into Your Teaching

• Develop policies for your course
• Have students sign an attestation statement
• Teach how to use it appropriately
• Design assessments with parameters around using
• Explain why you think AI is valuable or not to their learning
• Try to develop assessments that limit the ability to use AI
• Make connections to use in career
• Practice what you preach

Syllabus Language/Course Policies

Things to consider:

• Course level or assessment level
• Permit use at all
• Level of use
• Use cases
• Cite or acknowledge
• Guidance you will provide
• Types of AI

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It’s All About the Prompt…

What is a prompt?

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• Define who is asking and who the audience is
• Be clear and specific
• Avoid jargon and acronyms
• Include step by step instructions
• Determine format of output
• Ask clarifying questions if necessary

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*Be aware of AIs flaws

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Ways to Check for Student Use…Is it AI Generated?

• Consider the language – not natural or common, bias
• Inconsistencies of information
• Lack of typos or grammatical errors
• Inconsistent style or tone
• Inaccurate citations
• Outdated information – AI based off 2021 data
• Ask students questions about their work
• Require students to identify use
• Detectors do NOT work – false accusations
• Do NOT load student work to an AI generator to check for AI usage

What About Images and Videos?

• Examples
• Share images to identify if AI was used

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**AI can be used to generate a starting point for alternative text - https://alttext.ai/

Let’s Talk…

Experiences using as an instructor?

Experiences with students using?

What are your thoughts?

Concerns?

Questions?

Advice?