Melanie Lavelle

I learned the importance of evaluating AI using criteria like transparency, relevance, safety, and tracking. I plan to review outputs regularly, monitor student use, and adjust content to keep it accurate and aligned with my curriculu

I learned that using AI for extended projects requires clear direction, strong organization, and ongoing evaluation. I plan to use AI to develop discussion posts while carefully reviewing the content to ensure it aligns with my teaching goals and professional standards.

I learned that AI is most effective for routine tasks such as organizing content, generating ideas, and drafting initial responses. I plan to use it as a support tool to save time, while carefully reviewing and adjusting the output to ensure it is accurate and appropriate for my students.

From this module, I learned that using AI appropriately can help instructors enhance their teaching, especially in online courses and simulation-based learning activities.

I have learned that both students and faculty can use ChatGPT to enhance teaching and learning. I plan to incorporate AI-generated discussion prompts for students to analyze changing scenarios, make clinical decisions, and reflect on outcomes, strengthening engagement, critical thinking, and real-world application. Students benefit from instructors who are willing to learn about AI and use it to better prepare them for real-life challenges.

One benefit is that ChatGPT offers fast explanations and learning support at any time, making it easier for students to grasp challenging material. A drawback is that overreliance on it may limit students’ ability to think critically and conduct their own research.

I’ve learned that the way a prompt is written can change the response. Even with the same intention, different wording can lead to different answers. This happens because ChatGPT does not have emotions or true understanding.

Society will benefit from easy, on-the-go access to information in school, at home, and in many other settings. People can quickly find reliable information and avoid mistakes at work or in school. However, a drawback is that individuals may rely too heavily on this convenience and neglect best practices, such as doing their own research and reflecting on evidence-based practice (EBP).

This course goes beyond simple fact recall and standardized assessments by focusing on meaningful online learning experiences. Central to its approach is Malcolm Knowles’ Adult Learning Theory, which stresses the importance of self-direction, drawing on learners’ prior experiences, aligning learning with real-life roles, and emphasizing practical, immediate use of knowledge. Unfortunately, the standardized CANVAS modules we are provided as instructors often limit us to teaching methods that emphasize memorization and repetition. These constraints leave little room for authentic, experience-based learning. While we can try to include small group discussions, the rigid structure of the modules doesn’t easily allow us to… >>>

I truly valued learning about the tools available to enhance course content accessibility, as well as the reminder to take a proactive approach by designing syllabi with a welcoming tone and strong universal design from the outset, rather than trying to adjust retroactively. Offering a variety of formats and designs for online materials is essential to ensure that all students, regardless of impairments or disabilities, feel included and have equal opportunities for success. Ensuring that courses are accessible and beneficial to all learners is essential for student success. A great first step is to explore the wide range of available… >>>