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Summer of AI

The Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning (CITL) along with campus partners from The University Library, Technology Services, NCSA, ATLAS and The Siebel Center for Design is hosting the Summer of AI at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Throughout this summer-long series faculty and staff will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on workshops, guest talks, and conversations on how AI impacts the future of teaching and learning. 
 
 
 
Presentation Graphic: A Brief Introduction to AI Literacy and its Role in Educational Settings

A Brief Introduction to AI Literacy and Its Role in Educational Settings 

 Presented by: Saad Shehab

During Saad Shehab's presentation, he provided specific AI tools that instructors can use in classrooms and across campuses, gave insightful steps on how to implement an AI framework responsibly and effectively, and introduced the core dimensions of AI literacy that can guide thoughtful integration in educational settings. View the full recording and presentation on Mediaspace.


 

What to Expect this Summer

Bi-Weekly Newsletter 

Subscribe to the Summer of AI newsletter to receive GenAI tips directly in your inbox. This newsletter will also be your source for upcoming events, workshop registrations and highlights from the summer series. 

GenAI Workshops

Register for a hands-on workshop to help you get started using campus-supported tools like Copilot, Adobe Firefly, and Illinois Chat. We’ll also offer workshops focusing on student success with AI, and how to use and create your own AI agent. Workshop descriptions and registration links can be found below.

 

Guest Speakers and Panel Discussions

Engage in thoughtful presentations and facilitated conversations about the future of AI and it’s impacts on higher education. All sessions will be held in Armory room 156 and online via Zoom. No registration required for these online events.

 
Gen AI Support Session - On Campus and Zoom:

GenAI support sessions are available every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

No registration required, just stop by Armory room 156 or visit us in the dedicated Summer of AI Zoom room.



In partnership with The University Library, Technology Services, NCSA, ATLAS and The Siebel Center for Design 

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