Designing Assignments that Support Student Use of Generative AI

Debra Norton
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30
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Description

How can educators integrate generative AI into classroom assignments without sacrificing learning quality? Are you looking for practical strategies to turn AI challenges into opportunities for deeper student engagement? Generative AI is rapidly transforming how students approach assignments, but it can create concerns about plagiarism, lack of reflection, and over-reliance on AI-generated output. Research shows that thoughtfully designed AI-integrated tasks can promote critical thinking, creativity, and ethical use of technology while maintaining academic integrity. Join Deb Norton as she shares strategies for designing assignments that leverage AI to enhance learning instead of replacing it. You will explore practical templates, tips, and examples that guide ethical AI use, foster student reflection, and keep teachers ahead of the technology curve.

Objectives

Identify key considerations for integrating generative AI into classroom assignments. Explain how AI can support critical thinking and ethical student engagement. Redesign a traditional summative assignment to include AI in a meaningful, reflective way. Examine assignments to determine how AI can enhance learning without replacing student effort. Assess AI-integrated assignments for effectiveness, ethical considerations, and alignment with learning goals. Develop a new assignment framework that leverages AI to promote student analysis, creativity, and accountability.

Key Take Aways

• Transform traditional assignments into AI-integrated learning experiences that prioritize critical thinking. • Implement practical strategies to address plagiarism and encourage student reflection. • Utilize AI tools yourself to anticipate how students interact with them and design more effective assignments. • Access templates and examples to guide ethical and productive student use of generative AI.

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Debra Norton

Deb Norton is a Tech Integration Coordinator in Wisconsin’s Oshkosh Area School District. A former 5th grade teacher, she leads ISTE U’s AI course, holds a master’s in EdTech, and is a Google Certified Trainer. She presents nationally and shares her passion via blogging and social media.
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