Education meets AI seminar series – Session 3: Using AI to Build Critical Thinking
Nicol Hall 406, Beirut campus
Science Building 607–608, via Webex, Byblos campus
Join us for an engaging seminar series tailored to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, this series will spark your curiosity, inspire new teaching strategies and provide actionable insights. this seminar series will be followed by an engaging hands-on workshop on AI in education.
Session 3- Using AI to Build Critical Thinking presented by Dr. Gretchen King and Ms. Stephanie Farah
This presentation highlights the outcomes of two exercises designed to integrate Al in promoting critical thinking. Participants will gain insights into a comprehensive study design that can be adapted to their own courses. They will also delve into the broader implications of Al integration within the educational environment.
Session Overview:
- Introduction: Experts’ perspectives on the integration of AI in the classroom
- Study 1: Model exercise in academic English courses
- Study 2: Model exercise in media studies
- Conclusion: Implications of using AI in educational settings
Session Outcomes:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Comprehend the growing significance of critical thinking in the age of AI.
- Examine a practical example (exercise and results) of utilizing AI in the classroom to foster critical thinking.
- Identify actionable strategies for incorporating AI in their courses to help students develop critical thinking skills.