Generative AI in Higher Education draft

Program Overview

This self-paced online course from FutureLearn explores the impact of generative AI on higher education. Participants will learn about the capabilities, limitations, and ethical considerations of generative AI, as well as its applications in teaching, learning, assessment, and employability. The program is taught by experts from King's College London and is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the changing job landscape and contribute to AI-driven advancement in education.

Program Outline

Program Analysis: Generative AI in Higher Education (FutureLearn Online Courses)

• The program explores the capabilities and limitations of generative AI, its ethical considerations, and applications in teaching, learning, assessment, and employability.

Objectives:

• By the end of the course, learners are expected to:
• Understand the fundamentals of AI and generative AI, including its capabilities and limitations.
• Recognize the ethical, social, and inclusivity aspects of utilizing generative AI in education.
• Explain the influence of generative AI on the employment landscape and emerging job roles.
• Ethical considerations, access, and sustainability of generative AI in HE are thoroughly examined.
• Participants will then explore the applications of generative AI in teaching, learning, and assessment practices.
• Finally, the course evaluates the influence of generative AI on employability and discusses the changing job landscape in a rapidly evolving technological environment.

Outline:

Content:

The course covers the following topics:

• Fundamentals of AI and generative AI
• Capabilities and limitations of generative AI
• Ethics, access, and sustainability in AI implementation
• AI in teaching and learning
• AI in assessment and evaluation
• AI and the impact on employment and society

Structure:

The program operates in a self-paced online format and includes:

• Video lectures
• Self-checking activities
• Discussion forums

Schedule:

• Start date: October 9, 2023
• End date: August 31, 2024

Assessment:

Assessment methods:

• The course utilizes self-checking activities to gauge understanding.

Teaching:

Teaching methods:

• Charlotte Haberstroh (Lecturer in Education)
• Oguz A. Acar (Professor of Marketing & Innovation)

Unique approaches:

• The course features self-paced learning, fostering flexibility and convenience for participants.
• It facilitates active engagement through individual reflection and group discussions.

Careers:

Potential career paths:

The text outlines that the program equips students with the knowledge and skills relevant to careers across various HE sectors, including educators, professional services staff, management, policymakers, and students.

Opportunities:

• The program prepares graduates for emerging roles centered around AI implementation and integration in educational settings.
• It enhances individual skillsets and career prospects in the broader employability landscape.

Outcomes:

• Participants will gain a competitive edge with an in-depth understanding of generative AI and its applicability within HE contexts.
• The program empowers graduates to effectively navigate the changing job landscape and contribute to AI-driven advancement within the education sector.

Other:

• The online short course is priced at £0.
• King's College London members can access the course for free by signing in using their King's email address and creating a FutureLearn account.