Teaching with A.I.
Since February 2023, the Provost Office has been equipping APU faculty to engage effectively and critically with the emergence of artificial intelligence (A.I.) tools and their potential impact on teaching and learning. Below are resources that have been developed to support faculty as they engage with their colleagues and students around these critical issues. If you have any questions or need additional consultation, please contact Mike Truong, Director of Faculty Development at mtruong@apu.edu.
General Resources
APU Resources
APU Academic Integrity Policy - The updated policies explicitly note that using AI tools for work submitted for credit will require instructor permission.
APU A.I. Classroom Use Policy - This document provides instructors with suggested policies for varying levels of AI classroom use to include in the syllabus. It also provides strategies for how to "A.I.-proof your assignments."
APU Faculty Guide to ChatGPT - A basic introduction to ChatGPT for faculty
General Resources
A.I. Classroom Policies by Disciplines - Example A.I. classroom use policies by disciplines
ChatGPT Citations | Formats & Examples - How to cite ChatGPT in APA, MLA, and Chicago Style
AI Text Generators - Collection of articles and resources to stimulate discussion among faculty
AI-Writing Detection Tool in Canvas
Did you know that Canvas has an AI-writing detection tool built-in? However, SimCheck (plagiarism detection tool) must be enabled during the assignment setup process. The AI report can be accessed from within the SpeedGrader.
Outside of Canvas, there are stand-alone AI-writing detectors you can use. Please note that these free tools are often limited in how many words they can check. If you have a lot of text to check, you'll need to do it in small batches.
GPTZero - Limited to 5,000 characters per detection
ZeroGPT - Limited to 15,000 characters per detection
Caution: At the moment, AI-writing detection tools are not entirely reliable. There are many "false positives." If a piece of writing is flagged as "AI-written," further investigation is warranted.
"AI in Academia" FLC - Spring 2024
Dr. Mike Truong, Director of Faculty Development, and Tim Schreffler, Academic Support Center Coordinator, will facilitate a semester-long FLC on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) tools for academic productivity gains. In particular, the FLC will explore AI tools and techniques for improving teaching, research, and administrative tasks. All faculty, including full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty, are encouraged to apply.
To apply for the Spring 2024 cohort, please submit an application by December 8, 2023. Accepted applicants will be notified by December 15, 2023. To optimize the learning experience, our cohort will be limited to 20 participants.
The FLC will meet every other Thursday, starting January 18th, via Zoom for five meetings. Participants will need to commit to attending at least four sessions in order to be accepted into the FLC.
Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024, 10:00-11:30am PT
Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, 10:00-11:30am PT
Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, 10:00-11:30am PT
Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, 10:00-11:30am PT
Thursday, Mar. 14, 2024, 10:00-11:30am PT
Webinar: Are Your Assignments AI-Proof?
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) text-generation tools presents new challenges for educators. How can faculty ensure assignments reflect students’ true learning rather than AI's capabilities? In this interactive workshop, Drs. Karen Lang and Mike Truong will offer guidance and strategies on how to revamp your assignments to encourage deeper learning in the age of AI.
Date: August 17, 2023, 11-12pm PT
Facilitators:
Karen Lang, Lead Instructor, Writing Program
Mike Truong, Director of Faculty Development, Provost Office
Resources:
Faculty Conversations on AI
During spring 2023, the Office of the Provost hosted a series of informal conversations with faculty and academic staff about the potential impact of artificial intelligence (A.I.), such as ChatGPT, on teaching, learning, and scholarship. Over 100 individuals participated in these conversations.
Conversation #1: An Overview of Generative A.I. Part 1
Date: February 16, 2023, 11-12pm PT
Overview: This introduction session focused on what generative artificial intelligence is, how it works, and why it's getting so much attention in education.
Facilitator: Mike Truong, Director of Faculty Development, Provost Office
Resource: Presentation Slides
Conversation #2: An Overview of Generative A.I. Part 2
Date: February 22, 2023, 11-12pm PT
Abstract: This session was part 2 of the overview of generative AI, focused on some of the challenges and opportunities of this tool with special attention to how Christian educators should approach this technology.
Facilitator: Mike Truong, Director of Faculty Development, Provost Office
Resource: Presentation Slides
Conversation #3: ChatGPT and Writing
Date: February 28, 2023, 1-2:30pm PT
Abstract: This session focused on the ins and outs of AI-created text, suggested some positive practices and guardrails for its uses, and examined the pitfalls together.
Facilitators:
Aurora Matzke, Director, Writing & Tutoring Centers
Catherine Hahs Brinkley, Chair and Assistant Professor, Division of Teacher Education, School of Education
Mike Truong, Director of Faculty Development, Provost Office
Resources
Annotated bibliography - Curated by Rhonda Grego
Sources to Stimulate Discussion Among Teachers - Curated by Anna Mills
Conversation #4: Humanizing Our Classrooms
Date: March 13, 2023, 1-2:30pm PT
Abstract: This session focused on the ethical handling of AI writing and motivating student-writers in an AI age.
Facilitators:
Karen Lang, Lead Instructor, Writing Program
Mike Truong, Director of Faculty Development, Provost Office
Resources:
AI Humanizing Handout - Developed by Karen Lang
Methods Amidst Our Human Responses to AI Composing - Developed by Karen Lang
Conversation #5: Rethinking Student Learning Outcomes
Date: March 22, 2023, 10-12pm PT
Abstract: This session focused on the ethical handling of AI writing and motivating student-writers in an AI age.
Facilitators:
Jeff Tirrell, Associate Director, Office of Curricular Support and Effectiveness
Dave Harmeyer, Professor, University Libraries
Mike Truong, Director of Faculty Development, Provost Office
Resources: