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AI-Generated Disinformation, Scams, and Our Vulnerable Populations
With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation comes with it an increase of disinformation. Some of our most vulnerable groups are at risk: the elderly, the youth, and intellectually disabled. AI is a tool used to further the … Read More
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Igniting Creativity: Generative AI Sparks Multimedia Development
In our recent webinar presentation, Sr. Instructional Technologist Aaron Bannasch and I demonstrated how generative AI tools can be used to ignite creativity and streamline the development of multimedia content for asynchronous courses. The session focused on practical applications of … Read More
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Professional Partnerships: Highlighting Co-Teachers
Many SPS faculty collaborate as co-teachers. This allows us to offer unique courses to our adult student population due to their combined expertise. Read on to hear about some of our faculty’s experiences as co-teachers. Alex Kerr and Shawna Mehta, … Read More
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ICYMI: AI and Assessment Webinar, Part 1
Fellow Learning Designer Angela Liang Xiong and I recently had the opportunity to facilitate a webinar on creating AI-resistant prompts for assessments. I learned a lot while planning the webinar and want to share some highlights and key takeaways. First, … Read More
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Christine Scherer continues her journey in driving education through accessibility at the University of Michigan
After over a decade of dedicated and impactful work at Northwestern University, Senior Instructional Learning & Accessibility Specialist is bringing her knowledge and skills in accessibility improvements to the University of Michigan, where she’ll continue to give all learners access … Read More
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Using AI to Make My Life Easier, or Dr. Strangelove and how I learned to be okay with AI
Disclaimer: This post discusses use cases of generative AI and is not a Distance Learning policy or endorsement of generative AI nor specific products or services. Providing An Easier Internet Search Experience My role as a Senior Interaction Designer within … Read More
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December Staff Spotlight: Shai Mason
This month, we’re spotlighting the Distance Learning team’s administrative assistant, Shai Mason. Read on to find out more about Shai! How long have you worked here? How did you come to higher education? I have worked at Northwestern University for … Read More
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November Staff Spotlight: Nathan Schmidt
This month, we’re spotlighting the newest member of the Distance Learning team, content specialist Nathan Schmidt. Read on to find out more about what brought Nathan to Northwestern! How long have you worked here? How did you come to higher … Read More
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Spotlight on Library Resources: NYT and Sage Campus
Our friends at Northwestern University Libraries consistently work to connect faculty, staff, and students to limitless portals of information and learning. Here are two subscriptions available as of 2024: New York Times all access With the new all access subscription, … Read More
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The Power of Immersion: Enhancing Online Activities through Storytelling and Gamification with Kate Klein
In the world of higher education, there is a constant exploration of innovative teaching methods and ideas to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. One such method is gamification, the application of game-design elements and game principles in non-game contexts. … Read More