In this session, I’ll discuss ways that I redesigned my introductory philosophy classes in Fall 2025 to exclude Generative AI and other technology-based distractions that interfere with student self-discovery and engagement. I’ll discuss the changes that I made in assessment and class structure, and the positive results of these changes. Finally, I’ll argue that humanities education is more important than ever in the era of AI.
TEF Alignment: Instructional Strategies
As instructors in higher education, it is increasingly important to have an individual teaching philosophy when applying for college or university faculty positions or when undergoing promotion reviews. This workshop...(Go to event for more details.)
This half-day event features a remote keynote by Professor Stuart Selber (Penn State), a faculty panel, and interactive Engagement Stations showcasing teaching strategies and innovations. Professor Selber’s work on digital...(Go to event for more details.)
Do you ever avoid student discussions because it's too difficult to get their attention, wasting precious classroom time? What about the beginning or end of class? Do students wander in...(Go to event for more details.)
As instructors in higher education, it is increasingly important to have an individual teaching philosophy when applying for college or university faculty positions or when undergoing promotion reviews. This workshop...(Go to event for more details.)
This half-day event features a remote keynote by Professor Stuart Selber (Penn State), a faculty panel, and interactive Engagement Stations showcasing teaching strategies and innovations. Professor Selber’s work on digital...(Go to event for more details.)
Do you ever avoid student discussions because it's too difficult to get their attention, wasting precious classroom time? What about the beginning or end of class? Do students wander in...(Go to event for more details.)
