Pedagogy without Borders: New Frontiers of Teaching and Technology

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming higher education, and its applications to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) are no exception. In this interactive 40-minute virtual workshop, three teaching and learning experts, working at multiple institutions in Ontario, will guide participants in exploring how AI-based tools, such as ChatGPT, scite_, or others, can enhance SoTL-related work. We will delve into the possibilities generative AI offers for supporting literature reviews, research design, data analysis, and the dissemination of findings, while also addressing the challenges and ethical considerations that come with adopting these tools. Participants will identify practical ways to integrate generative AI into their SoTL workflows and engage in critical discussions on responsible generative AI use.

The workshop will begin with a 10-minute introduction and overview where the facilitators will briefly introduce themselves and outline the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools relevant to their own SoTL. This will be followed by a 15-minute interactive exploration in breakout rooms, where participants will engage in hands-on activities to explore different generative AI applications. Each breakout room will focus on one of three topics: leveraging generative AI for generating research ideas and questions, using generative AI for data analysis, and employing generative AI for dissemination tasks such as generating abstracts, presentations, or written materials.

After the breakout sessions, participants will reconvene for a 15-minute debrief and group discussion. This segment will provide an opportunity to share key takeaways, insights, and concerns with facilitators highlighting common themes, opportunities, and ethical challenges. The discussion will cover important considerations such as academic integrity, transparency, and the responsible use of generative AI in research on teaching and learning.

Participants will leave the workshop with a deeper understanding of how generative AI can support SoTL activities, along with practical ideas for implementation and a critical awareness of ethical responsibilities. The session will use Zoom features like breakout rooms, screen sharing, and chat to ensure an engaging and interactive experience. This workshop is ideal for faculty, educational developers, and students interested in the intersection of generative AI and SoTL. Join us for a dynamic exploration of how generative AI tools can inspire, assist, and challenge our SoTL work!