Events for April 27, 2026

Audience: AI Experimenters  It can be easy to get caught up in concerns about students abusing generative AI to the point that the purpose of assignments – learning – can start to get lost. At the same time, helping students understand boundaries, expectations, and guardrails around generative AI is realistic and important in order for… Read More »Spring 2026 Series on Writing & Generative AI: An Emphasis on Learning while Writing with AI: Transparency, Accountability, & Innovation

Studies of online learning show that timely, authentic instructor feedback and visible participation in discussions are associated with higher engagement, stronger sense of belonging, and improved academic performance for online students. In addition, evidence related to “authentic” or real‑world tasks also indicates that students are more motivated when they can see how course concepts apply… Read More »Motivating Online Students: Practical Strategies for a One-Hour Course Tune-Up