The advent of generative AI marks a significant shift in higher education, where the focus is no longer on knowledge or skills, but on cultivating a mindset of exploration and tinkering. Jonan Phillip Donaldson, assistant professor at the UAB School of Education and Human Sciences, believes that with AI tools becoming increasingly prevalent, students need to develop skills that allow them to flourish in a rapidly changing landscape. Donaldson’s master’s program in instructional design and development focuses on corporate, informal, and higher education learning and development positions, where students learn to design learning experiences and resources that leverage AI tools as partners in the learning process. The program’s emphasis on tinkering and exploration is particularly relevant in the age of AI, where experimentation and discovery are key to unlocking the full potential of these powerful tools. By encouraging students to explore and use AI tools, Donaldson is preparing them to thrive in a future where knowledge and skills are constantly evolving.
Rethinking Higher Ed for the AI Age
AI tools can be incredibly powerful, but their full potential is often unlocked through experimentation and discovery.
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