{"id":238,"date":"2023-04-19T11:13:42","date_gmt":"2023-04-19T16:13:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/?page_id=238"},"modified":"2026-09-14T11:17:12","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T16:17:12","slug":"active-teaching-lab","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/programs\/active-teaching-lab\/","title":{"rendered":"Active Teaching Lab"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Active Teaching Lab provides instructors an opportunity to learn from other educators. Each month a UWM instructor shares how they utilized a cool tool&nbsp;or a teaching strategy in a course and the outcome: what worked, what was hard, what was learned through the process, and what they\u2019d do differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--3\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1667\" height=\"1667\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2024\/04\/active-teaching-lab.png\" alt=\"Graphic representing the Active Teaching Lab workshop series, featuring a black laboratory flask with bubbles inside, set against a yellow circle background.\" class=\"wp-image-4794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2024\/04\/active-teaching-lab.png 1667w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2024\/04\/active-teaching-lab-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2024\/04\/active-teaching-lab-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2024\/04\/active-teaching-lab-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2024\/04\/active-teaching-lab-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/643\/2024\/04\/active-teaching-lab-1536x1536.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1667px) 100vw, 1667px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Active Teaching Lab is held the first Wednesday of the Month, 9:00 \u2013 10:00 a.m. in Engelmann Hall (room B73) and via Zoom!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 wp-block-paragraph\">After the short presentation, attendees will learn how to use the tool or strategy shared and have the opportunity to unpack the pedagogy informing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>REGISTRATION:&nbsp;<\/strong>The Labs are open to all. Registration is not required, but is appreciated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>LIVE:&nbsp;<\/strong>Not able to make it to a Lab? Fear not! All Labs will be recorded and handouts will be made available electronically in the <strong>Session Archive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-tabs\" data-tabs-prefix-class=\"uwm-p-tabs\"><ul class=\"uwm-p-tablist\" data-hx=\"h2\"><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-fucq-upcoming-schedule\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Upcoming Schedule<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-fucq-session-archive\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Session Archive <\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-fucq-lab-notes\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Lab Notes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent\">\n<div id=\"tab-fucq-upcoming-schedule\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 id=\"h-upcoming-2026-2027-schedule\" class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mb-0 uwm-u-pb-0\">Upcoming 2026\u20132027 Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-u-my-30\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--9\">\n<h3 id=\"h-ai-in-education-what-s-new-what-matters-and-what-s-next\" class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\">AI in Education: What\u2019s New, What Matters, and What\u2019s Next<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-september-9-nbsp-david-delgado\" class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 size-h5\">September 9&nbsp; | David Delgado<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 wp-block-paragraph\">AI continues to reshape how we teach, learn, and work. But as new tools and capabilities emerge, it can be difficult to know what deserves our attention, and what these changes mean for our courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 wp-block-paragraph\">In this month&#8217;s session, <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/directory\/delgado-catarino\/\">David Delgado<\/a> will guide us through the evolving AI landscape. Together, we\u2019ll explore what instructors should be watching, the questions we should be asking, and practical ways to make informed, intentional decisions about AI in our classrooms.<br><br>Whether you are experimenting with AI, setting boundaries for its use, or still deciding where it belongs, this session will help you approach the semester with greater clarity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/dl.dropboxusercontent.com\/scl\/fi\/12watyf4ui6qagy9wkkzu\/David-Delgado.png?rlkey=3pra8zn4ka7pp0f65tka56tj2&amp;st=1qvj7e7g&amp;dl=0\" alt=\"presenter image of David Delgado\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/event\/2026-09-09-active-teaching-lab\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register Here!<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--9\">\n<h3 id=\"h-participation-without-raising-a-hand-active-learning-with-vevox\" class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\">Participation Without Raising a Hand: Active Learning with Vevox<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-october-7-nbsp-joseph-o-halloran\" class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 size-h5\">October 7&nbsp; | Joseph O&#8217;Halloran<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How can we boost engagement and encourage more students to contribute, especially in a large class?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our October Active Teaching Lab, <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/physics\/about\/directory\/ohalloran-joseph\/\">Joseph O\u2019Halloran<\/a> will share how he uses Vevox in his 60-plus-student physics course. Through live polls, in-class graded quizzes, and anonymous questions, Vevox gives students multiple ways to participate, test their understanding, and ask for clarification. Joe found that these options led to greater participation, including more questions from students who might not otherwise raise their hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along the way, we\u2019ll consider how active learning can support AI-aware teaching. By asking students to practice, apply, and demonstrate their understanding during class, instructors can keep students engaged in the work of learning while reducing opportunities to offload that thinking to AI.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/dl.dropboxusercontent.com\/scl\/fi\/2jl6rjcvju7z0w3mjo38m\/Joseph-O-Halloran.png?rlkey=xx5whvxfdy56gr0zwj1trqfr9&amp;st=t3xqn8sy&amp;dl=0\" alt=\"presenter image of Joseph O&apos;Halloran\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/event\/2026-10-07-active-teaching-lab\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register Here!<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--9\">\n<h3 id=\"h-teaching-computer-science-when-ai-can-write-the-code\" class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\">Teaching Computer Science When AI Can Write the Code<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-november-4-nbsp-john-boyland\" class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 size-h5\">November 4&nbsp; | John Boyland<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 wp-block-paragraph\">What should students learn, and how should instructors assess that learning, when AI can produce much of the work students were once expected to do themselves?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our November Active Teaching Lab, <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/engineering\/directory\/boyland-john\/\">John Boyland<\/a> will share how AI has led him to rethink how he teaches computer science. Traditionally, programming assignments have served as both practice and evidence that students can design, write, test, and debug code. But when AI can generate a working solution, a finished program may tell us little about what a student understands or can do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John will discuss his efforts to refocus homework on practice while assessing foundational skills more directly through paper-based coding, explanation quizzes, and debugging reports. He\u2019ll also share what he has observed since making these changes to his course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, we\u2019ll consider what his experience suggests for computer science education, and for other disciplines where AI can now produce work that once served as evidence of learning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/dl.dropboxusercontent.com\/scl\/fi\/c5lve8hffhw47y85usi52\/John-Boyland.png?rlkey=b76wn0juf4caw3og3n1wskfy5&amp;st=rie1whhd&amp;dl=0\" alt=\"presenter image of John Boyland\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/event\/2026-11-04-active-teaching-lab\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register Here!<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--9\">\n<h3 id=\"h-doing-the-work-not-just-reading-about-it-building-courses-around-skills-students-can-use\" class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\">Doing the Work, not just Reading about It: Building Courses Around Skills Students Can Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-december-2-nbsp-dianne-crowley\" class=\"wp-block-heading uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 size-h5\">December 2&nbsp; | Dianne Crowley<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 wp-block-paragraph\">How can we design learning experiences that help students connect what they learn in our courses to what they may be asked to do beyond the classroom?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our final Active Teaching Lab of the semester, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/diannecrowley\/\">Dianne Crowley<\/a> will share how she has redesigned her courses around hands-on, applied learning. Rather than building her event-planning course primarily around readings, Dianne challenged students to design and produce real events. Students selected venues, developed promotions, raised funds, and managed the event themselves. Over six years, these student-created events raised more than $50,000 for Milwaukee non-profit organizations while giving students practical experience they could add to their r\u00e9sum\u00e9s and carry into their careers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-u-mt-0 uwm-u-pt-0 wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, we&#8217;ll explore how coursework built around relevant, transferable skills can demonstrate to students the value of what we are teaching, prepare them for changing professional expectations, and help students make stronger connections between college and life beyond the classroom.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/dl.dropboxusercontent.com\/scl\/fi\/hgbo4t7a9kk99if32564g\/Dianne-Crowley.png?rlkey=tpxd564flgots6wp14d19pr7l&amp;st=c8z60bgg&amp;dl=0\" alt=\"Dianne Crowley\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/event\/2026-12-02-active-teaching-lab\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register Here!<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-fucq-session-archive\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<h2 id=\"h-connecting-critical-reading-and-ai-literacy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Connecting Critical Reading and AI Literacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/connecting-critical-reading-and-ai-literacy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Resources<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5pDFoQJ3Sus?feature=oembed\" title=\"Connecting Critical Reading and AI Literacy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>April 1, 2026<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Generative AI is transforming college students&#8217; literacy development, and understanding these challenges is important at this critical juncture. This session discussed key findings from the presenters&#8217; research on the relationships between reading and AI and share effective strategies for supporting both critical reading and AI literacy in your classrooms. Viewers will gain insight into students&#8217; experiences with expanding literacy demands and how these new challenges are impacting their ability to succeed in reading- and writing-intensive courses.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-rehumanizing-student-engagement-building-empathy-trust-and-connection-in-the-age-of-ai\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rehumanizing Student Engagement: Building Empathy, Trust, and Connection in the Age of AI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/rehumanizing-student-engagement-building-empathy-trust-and-connection-in-the-age-of-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qtDiY63RliM?feature=oembed\" title=\"Rehumanizing Student Engagement: Building Empathy, Trust, and Connection in the Age of AI\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>March 4, 2026<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">AI and technology dominate the learning landscape, however, human connection remains essential for engagement. In this session Sarthak Singh and Lin Deng share \u201crehumanizing&#8221; teaching strategies that integrate AI tools with empathy, trust, and storytelling. They demonstrate how to design AI-supported lessons that teach students to ask meaningful questions and connect authentically with each other.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-custom-ai-agents-for-learning-and-scholarshipai-in-education-latest-trends-and-practical-strategies-for-instructors\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Custom AI Agents for Learning and ScholarshipAI in Education: Latest trends and practical strategies for instructors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/ai-in-education-latest-trends-and-practical-strategies-for-instructors-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/t94TBFExBos?feature=oembed\" title=\"AI in Education: Latest trends and practical strategies for instructors\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>February 11, 2026<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">AI used to be a tool on your desk. Now it is the desk. And the desk just hired itself as your assistant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In February&#8217;s Active Teaching Lab, David Delgado shared how AI has become both the infrastructure for our work, and the experienced assistant able to anticipate our needs and execute complex jobs without being asked.&nbsp;<br>Check out our Podcast!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-check-out-the-podcast\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check out the Podcast!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Following the February Active Teaching Lab session, I uploaded an edited transcript of the recording into Notebook LM and selected \u201cAudio Overview.\u201d The result was a fifteen-minute conversation between two imaginary hosts who accurately broke down David\u2019s main points and provided concrete examples to explain each one. There were a few inconsequential mistakes, but all-in-all the tool was more magic than math.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the complete podcast at <a href=\"https:\/\/rss.com\/podcasts\/12-feb-2026-active-teaching-lab-what-s-new-in-ai-the-great-shift\/?_gl=1%2a1qrlagx%2a_gcl_aw%2aR0NMLjE3NzA5NDAwODEuQ2p3S0NBaUFrYmJNQmhCMkVpd0FOYnh0YlJ3aUlFTERyUEdHWWFiamVfLTRRU0JaV3FQc3RHblprRHV1ME5MWHNxWkc5eEo0VE1RWm5ob0NsWkVRQXZEX0J3RQ..%2a_gcl_au%2aMTM4OTE4Mzg1MC4xNzcwOTQwMDcx\">RSS.com<\/a>, or simply search for \u201cActive Teaching Lab\u201d in <a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/active-teaching-lab\/id1877144326\">Apple Podcasts<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/4yCNbAI9ItMgXztd62pAZ1\">Spotify<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-custom-ai-agents-for-learning-and-scholarship\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Custom AI Agents for Learning and Scholarship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/custom-ai-agents-for-learning-and-scholarship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ffM0o4Shf5g?feature=oembed\" title=\"Building Your AI Teaching Team: Experimenting with Custom Assistants for Learning and Scholarship\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>November 5, 2025<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In November\u2019s Active Teaching Lab, Stuart Moulthrop shared his experience using a custom GPT \u201cagent\u201d to support reading-based discussion and scholarly experimentation in a graduate-level theory course. What began for Stuart as a practical test &#8211; \u201cWhat could AI do with a semester\u2019s worth of dense theoretical readings?\u201d &#8211; quickly evolved into a broader reflection on what it means to be a scholar, teacher, and creator alongside AI. His experiment showed that building a course-specific chatbot is surprisingly feasible and opens genuinely interesting pedagogical possibilities, from supporting discussion to modeling scholarly dialogue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-preparing-uwm-students-for-careers-in-an-ai-enabled-world-a-perspective-from-strategic-partnerships\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing UWM Students for Careers in an AI-enabled World \u2013 a Perspective from Strategic Partnerships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/preparing-uwm-students-for-careers-in-an-ai-enabled-world\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oUk5Tg57qGM?feature=oembed\" title=\"Preparing UWM Students for Careers in an AI-enabled World\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>October 1, 2025<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Artificial Intelligence (AI) will impact the careers of UWM graduates, whether they are directly involved in technology implementation or experiencing AI as it complements and reshapes roles in the workforce. UWM instructors are the front line \u2013 adapting their course to best prepare our students in a rapidly changing environment with skills in technology and critical thinking. Brian Thompson, UWM Chief Innovation &amp; Partnership Officer, offers perspectives from partner and community organizations \u2013 including Northwestern Mutual, Rockwell Automation, Microsoft, Direct Supply, Harley Davidison and Milwaukee Bucks \u2013 on how they\u2019re implementing AI and how it impacts their hiring and opportunities for continuing education of their workforce.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-ai-in-education-latest-trends-and-practical-strategies-for-instructors\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AI in Education: Latest trends and practical strategies for instructors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/ai-in-education-latest-trends-and-practical-strategies-for-instructors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Rnr53Ij0opk?feature=oembed\" title=\"ATL - AI in Education: Latest trends and practical strategies for instructors\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>September 10, 2025<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Explore the future of teaching with AI! In this session David Delgado guides us through the latest AI innovations and their impact on education, helping you understand what\u2019s new, what\u2019s next, and what matters for instructors. We then bring the conversation into the classroom, exploring actionable strategies to utilize the newest tools to help integrate AI into your classroom.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-partnering-with-ai-building-sustainable-research-workflows\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Partnering with AI: Building sustainable research workflows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1tyqT_iFYpEX1DmYwnQK21d9pE62w52iDJoj2TQBPCkk\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Handout<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/11H9IfVWBTSMOkAeeVLlyMb1RhAEz5NvjrtM3O_EoHeY\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xrh_QXJ-NQw?feature=oembed\" title=\"Partnering with AI: Building sustainable research workflows\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>April 2, 2025<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">How can researchers harness AI to enhance their scholarly work without compromising academic integrity &#8211; and help students do the same? In our April Active Teaching Lab, Benjamin Gautsch guided us through the strategic integration of AI tools across the research lifecycle. From synthesizing complex academic literature to refining research questions and improving scholarly writing, we learned how AI can serve as a powerful assistant in academic endeavors. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-building-your-next-course-with-ai\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building your next course with AI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1N24qB7K8R_qR9vNNz1orPwe3oqntqWeUCNeRbwCVG2c\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Handout<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1m5zdPpmdwp-dlPAyDH5C2_Oz7AtGOiv0etxsltyXjJQ\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1XIsoDKiKkmXfO9QHZ1aGN_O_01WeIV2GCBwAtUAIP5w\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Archived Lab Collaborative Document<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XiljiJCb-wI?feature=oembed\" title=\"Building your next course with AI\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>December 4, 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In our December Active Teaching Lab workshop we explored practical applications of AI tools for course development. Through collaborative discussion and hands-on experimentation, we shared experiences with various AI platforms including Claude, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google Gemini, and Adobe Firefly. The session revealed how AI can expedite course preparation while maintaining educational quality through careful integration with instructor expertise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-ai-as-catalyst-empowering-students-to-focus-on-what-really-matters\" class=\"wp-block-heading size-h2\">AI as Catalyst: Empowering Students to Focus on What Really Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1A0I5mxPJbUCvpUMiRQLp3gJcenZ1hmVqBYRpxbQVIoo\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Handout<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1mIzT02uTdzAOTTsaRTDHYfd3GmG1P3-94dK3n6xpcak\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KnpuSFCLEms?feature=oembed\" title=\"AI as Catalyst: Empowering Students to Focus on What Really Matters\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>November 6, 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In this session&nbsp;Cynthia Brinich-Langlois&nbsp;and&nbsp;Joseph Mougel&nbsp;shared how they harnessed AI in their classes to enhance student creativity and efficiency. By asking students to utilize AI tools in course work, Cynthia and Joseph allowed students to focus more on core learning objectives, spend less time on extraneous work, all the while producing higher-quality material faster.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-reimagining-assessments-how-ai-can-improve-low-stakes-assessment-and-boost-student-learning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reimagining Assessments: How AI can Improve Low-Stakes Assessment and Boost Student Learning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1T1JWxhxJqWyNTBThGnHDPg1JzDff3dA4X8HqtUTrJLs\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Handout<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/140l9fY7gxg57RvFZmlZcBayAw2r9ro0MTZizY8ENYbM\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ig-KZ7W5kiM?feature=oembed\" title=\"1202 - Reimagining Assessments: How AI can Improve Low-Stakes Assessment and Boost Student Learning\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>October 2, 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In this session from October 2nd, Mark Sullivan shared how utilized AI to help him quickly build reading comprehension questions. Mark found that by partnering with AI, the quality of his questions improved, the time he took to build these questions decreased, and he was able to do more low stakes assessments in his course, which together improved his student learning outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In our Lab discussion we explored how to use AI to create meaningful questions, and how to create files that will automatically import quizzes into Canvas. <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/140l9fY7gxg57RvFZmlZcBayAw2r9ro0MTZizY8ENYbM\/edit?tab=t.0\">See Lab Notes for additional information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-ai-in-education-latest-trends-and-practical-strategies\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">AI in Education: Latest Trends and Practical Strategies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/15QuqtiDKlcdthpvWePTGME8bULf3bM3NfJqGHdD5okA\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Handout<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1hk5uoBmFBe4JIoxV1xFmHyn0v7gDjgZ5Px_LVnPIrGo\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a6A3K9rlppc?feature=oembed\" title=\"1201 - AI in Education: Latest Trends and Practical Strategies\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>September 11, 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In this session from September 11th, David Delgado guides us through the latest AI innovations and their impact on education, helping you understand what\u2019s new, what\u2019s next, and what matters for instructors. We then bring the conversation into the classroom, examining actionable strategies to help students ethically utilize AI, and explore how you might integrate AI into your course.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-generative-ai-academic-libraries-and-student-research\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Generative AI, Academic Libraries, and Student Research<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1QJmJ3hza5CfXdZhsKyoLGEq18K-VSeAVsYG6msCqqEI\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Handout<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/16FF2jIr2UB2HhK0KAyl15Rka4DnDX5iYNbxk1u5ZR-4\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lab Notes, Summary, and Tips<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/p7e6zPtNiYg?feature=oembed\" title=\"1104 -  Generative AI, Academic Libraries, and Student Research\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>May 1, 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In this session from May 1st&nbsp;Kate Ganski&nbsp;and&nbsp;Heidi Anoszko&nbsp;of the UWM&nbsp;libraries&nbsp;lead&nbsp;a facilitated discussion to empower instructors to move beyond pro\/con thinking about&nbsp;AI&nbsp;and&nbsp;student&nbsp;research. They\u2019ll&nbsp;lead you through guided reflections to arrive at a disciplinary&nbsp;and&nbsp;student-centered approach that you can apply to improve your next&nbsp;research&nbsp;paper assignments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-writing-ai-and-rhetorical-thinking-across-the-disciplines\" class=\"wp-block-heading wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">Writing, AI and Rhetorical Thinking Across the Disciplines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1 wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/projects.jsonline.com\/news\/2017\/1\/18\/dangerous-straits.html\" rel=\"\">Journal Sentinel Article Referenced in Presentation<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/presentation\/d\/1ucoFT6Hl-HZbQ5QfUWX3Z-Mbpk15I7Qt\/edit#slide=id.p1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Open Presentation Slides<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CKmrfjh8v9U?feature=oembed\" title=\"Writing, AI and Rhetorical Thinking Across the Disciplines\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>April 3, 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In April\u2019s Active Teaching Lab, Shevaun Watson and David Kocik explored the intersection of AI and writing instruction. Watson and Kocik argued that while AI can generate writing content, it tends to build generic responses that often lack depth, detail, and analytical rigor. Fundamentally, AI writing lacks rhetorical focus: the purpose, intended audience, and context of communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Yet, our students struggle to engage with text at a rhetorical level as well. Foundational English courses explore the importance of rhetorical reading, but afterwards students frequently fail to examine rhetorically their course texts, preferring instead to focus on \u201cwhat\u2019s on the test.\u201d Watson and Kocik suggest we as instructors can help students to think more critically about written text by building assignments that challenge them to read more deeply and rhetorically. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-paragraph\">And it is here AI might serve as a valuable resource. Educators can leverage AI as a pedagogical tool to deepen students\u2019 understanding of reading and writing as a rhetorical activity, and teach them the complexities and implicit biases of communication in diverse contexts. Watch the session video to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-paragraph\">Watson and Kociks\u2019 recommendations as to AI\u2019s usefulness to teaching are being echoed in departments outside English and institutions beyond UW-Milwaukee. Business schools at American University and the University of Pennsylvania have both deeply integrated AI into their curriculum. Students utilize generative AI as coaches to learn coding for data analysis, as debate partners to prepare for negotiations, and personalized search engines to mine text. More information can be found here: \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wsj.com\/tech\/ai\/generative-ai-mba-business-school-13199631?st=vs8s4nbb21h9rdn&amp;reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Business Schools Are Going All In on AI<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-teaching-smarter-not-harder-ai-strategies-for-educators\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching Smarter, Not Harder: AI Strategies for Educators<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/15FcK8I4cHCA0yVD3yd4NHPBWpFQLZKvIhAbA_FKCxLA\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access Digital Handout<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tnvKEg9dBjo?feature=oembed\" title=\"1102 - Teach Smarter, Not Harder: AI Strategies for Educators\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>March 6, 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Join us on March 6th, as we utilize generative AI to automate work, expand our educational toolbox, and save time. Led by&nbsp;Lane Sunwall, this session will demonstrate how AI can transform your teaching by serving in four crucial capacities: as a personal assistant to handle administrative tasks, as a coach for acquiring new skills, as a tool to boost student engagement through personalized and differentiated materials, and finally, as a digital editor to refine educational content and communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">This session will equip you with practical skills to leverage AI for each of these roles, enabling you to focus more on your students, effective teaching, and your research. Bring your laptop to engage directly with AI and discover its potential with other instructors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-adapting-to-ai-tools-and-strategies-for-2024\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adapting to AI: Tools and Strategies for 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/13rLvMLnRQjUCvCaCX8brQC-GOZyUN21U-EQnRGx6EKY\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access Digital Handout<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YkECIoPsqJE?feature=oembed\" title=\"1101 | Adapting to AI: Tools and Strategies for 2024\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>February 7, 2024<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">On February 7th, David and Lane lead an exploration into recent AI advancements and how they\u2019ll shape your classroom throughout the upcoming year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">David Delgado began the session showcasing impactful new tools and AI capabilities that are continuing to reshape the educational landscape: including Microsoft Copilot, AI data manipulation, image generation, and mobile AI integration. Afterwards, Lane dove into a hands-on showcase of these tools and a collaborative discussion to exchange ideas and strategies. Finally, Lane wrapped up the session with real-world examples of how educators outside the UW system are utilizing AI and navigating its challenges into 2024.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-student-perspectives-on-ai\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Student Perspectives on AI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/16Rk-el-wT4QcC6xNbXnWECu42fu5yrQnRcyQHd5Dv2M\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access Digital Handout<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7URUyrJJ6kY?feature=oembed\" title=\"1004 - Student Perspectives on AI\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>December 6, 2023<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In December\u2019s Active Teaching Lab, one undergraduate and three graduate students shared how they and their peers weave artificial intelligence (AI) into their academic work and daily lives. The lab\u2019s conversation navigated through the complexities and ethical considerations of AI use. Students expressed concerns about the accuracy of AI-generated content, potential biases in the information AI provided, and the implications for privacy and intellectual property rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Despite AI\u2019s issues, the students noted that the practical applications of AI were expansive. They highlighted its role as a project collaborator: a resource to check citations, revise drafts, and brainstorm ideas. Additionally, they shared how AI served as a research assistant to summarize articles, pinpoint key themes, and recommend related texts. &nbsp;Finally, as AI continues to improve, and is integrated it into more and more of our digital lives, the students argued there is a need to teach them how to use AI effectively, yet with a critical eye to its faults. In essence, they suggested instructors needed to train them in a new set of digital skills that are fast becoming essential to success in the classroom and the marketplace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-strengthen-student-engagement-via-ai-enhanced-assignments\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strengthen Student Engagement via AI-enhanced Assignments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1TqY1_iW94mY7zdunLVNOuBuIdCykzeAY5hEiTWOcVFA\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access Digital Handout<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Qk07LM_geT4?feature=oembed\" title=\"Strengthen student engagement Via AI-enhanced assignments\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>November 1, 2023<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">On November 1st, Deanna Wesolowski shared how she increased student engagement and learning through the use of AI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Concerned students would use AI to cheat in her classics course, Dr. Wesolowski adapted: instead of asking students to write a traditional three-page paper, she tasked them with editing, revising, and critiquing an essay written entirely by Chat-GPT. Dr. Wesolowski found the activity improved student knowledge of course content, boosted student interest and engagement, and highlighted to students the danger of relying solely on AI to write their papers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-teaching-and-ai-ethics-in-today-s-digital-classroom\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Teaching and AI Ethics in Today\u2019s Digital Classroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1dw10Yy1BB6nF1r9ogPq-QZEfyGd1p-MdZiqEtp2ymAA\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access Digital Handout<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/presentation\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRbIV8hMDwNwfPUjVvwpjACCYshA0MskiOLtgsQkpSPLgSCGcnNEIxNLXZb5-sTyIoenxFn706ogn5p\/embed?start=false&amp;amp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Open Presentation Slides<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nbN01wx7L6k?feature=oembed\" title=\"Teaching and AI Ethics in Today\u2019s Digital Classroom\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>October 4, 2023<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Generative AI is a powerful tool that can enhance student learning and our own teaching. Yet, we know AI likewise opens the possibility of undetectable academic misconduct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In this session&nbsp;Lois Scheidt&nbsp;shares her strategies to help her students use AI responsibly, ethically, and in a manner that fosters better reasoning skills in her online course. We explore AI classroom ethics, how to establish clear guidelines for using AI in your course, and how to use generative AI as a powerful teaching tool.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-today-s-ai-technology-and-its-impact-on-your-classroom\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Today\u2019s AI Technology and its Impact on your Classroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1sZ1XQ1BDQgI7OPZfIodVn14IXaEU8BqOcQlzF6YxogM\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access Digital Handout<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-L0hh0auSWU?feature=oembed\" title=\"AI Technology and its Impact on Your Classroom\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\"  frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>September 13, 2023<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">Are you intrigued by the possibilities of AI but concerned about its role in your teaching environment? Join us for an illuminating exploration by&nbsp;Lane Sunwall&nbsp;and&nbsp;David Delgado&nbsp;into the present and future of AI technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\">In this workshop, we\u2019ll delve into the current AI landscape and unveil future AI features and applications. Next, we\u2019ll explore into AI\u2019s impact on education, offering insights into crafting effective AI classroom policies and integrating time-saving AI tools into your teaching routine. Finally, we\u2019ll examine innovative assignment techniques that reinforce course objectives while utilizing AI. Bring your laptop or mobile device to engage in a hands-on activity that will provide you tailored resources you can use this upcoming semester.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-fucq-lab-notes\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\"><div class=\"content_block\" id=\"custom_post_widget-8759\">\n<h2 id=\"h-active-teaching-lab-notes\" class=\"wp-block-heading size-h2\">Active Teaching Lab Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"uwm-p-posts uwm-c-list--cleanlist uwm-c-list--border has-dates\"><li><div class=\"post-content\"><a class=\"post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/connecting-critical-reading-and-ai-literacy\/\">Connecting Critical Reading and AI Literacy<\/a><time datetime=\"2026-04-28T08:50:51-05:00\" class=\"post-date\">April 28, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"post-content\"><a class=\"post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/rehumanizing-student-engagement-building-empathy-trust-and-connection-in-the-age-of-ai\/\">Rehumanizing Student Engagement: Building Empathy, Trust, and Connection in the Age of AI<\/a><time datetime=\"2026-03-27T16:34:30-05:00\" class=\"post-date\">March 27, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"post-content\"><a class=\"post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/ai-in-education-latest-trends-and-practical-strategies-for-instructors-2\/\">AI in Education: Latest Trends and Practical Strategies for Instructors<\/a><time datetime=\"2026-02-13T19:40:10-06:00\" class=\"post-date\">February 13, 2026<\/time><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"post-content\"><a class=\"post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/custom-ai-agents-for-learning-and-scholarship\/\">Custom AI Agents for Learning and Scholarship\u00a0<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-11-19T21:27:45-06:00\" class=\"post-date\">November 19, 2025<\/time><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"post-content\"><a class=\"post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/preparing-uwm-students-for-careers-in-an-ai-enabled-world\/\">Preparing UWM Students for Careers in an AI-enabled World\u00a0<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-10-01T10:43:26-05:00\" class=\"post-date\">October 1, 2025<\/time><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\"uwm-c-link--arrow size-p-md wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"\/advancing-learning\/resources\/?_resource_categories=atl-notes\"><strong>All Active Teaching Lab Notes<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Active Teaching Lab provides instructors an opportunity to learn from other educators. 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