Teaching and Learning through Artificial Intelligence

An online learning journey combining medical education and artificial intelligence.

• THE POINT OF DEPARTURE - COURSE DESCRIPTION

  As we stand on the brink of a technological revolution that will fundamentally alter the way we live, work, and relate to one another, the field of medical education is no exception. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming an essential tool for enhancing teaching and learning experiences, and you are about to embark on an exciting journey to harness its full potential.

  This course is meticulously designed for forward-thinking educators like you, who are ready to embrace AI and integrate it into your pedagogical practices. Through a series of interactive modules, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of AI applications in education, develop skills to craft effective AI-enhanced activities and explore innovative strategies to foster an inclusive educational atmosphere.

  By the end of this course, you will not only be equipped with the knowledge but also the confidence to effectively incorporate AI into your teaching strategies. Together, we will foster an innovative and inclusive educational environment for the next generation of healthcare professionals.

• PACKING FOR THE TRIP - LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  The course is laid out into 3 Modules, each with a specific goal of bridging AI and Medical Education. As you prepare for your journey, here are the learning objectives:

  1. Master AI Tools: Gain proficiency in using Large Language Model-empowered AI tools to craft educational content, demonstrated by submitting a sample AI use case or educational material.
  2. Develop Prompting Skills: Acquire and practice at least three effective prompt-generating techniques, showcased by a portfolio of prompts and their corresponding outputs.
  3. Address AI Biases: Identify prevalent biases (training data bias, selection bias, confirmation bias, and interpretation bias) in large language models and devise strategies to mitigate them, culminating in a group discussion.
  4. Evaluate AI Applications: Assess the impact and effectiveness of applied prompt-generating and bias mitigation techniques within your teaching expertise through comprehensive case study analysis.
  5. Harness Generative AI: Utilize Generative AI to create personalized and complex training materials, as evidenced by developing a unique patient simulation scenario.
  6. Apply Backwards Design Principles: Demonstrate the ability to plan a Generative AI-integrated curriculum by outlining a course module from learning outcomes to instructional activities.
  7. Transform Learning Taxonomies: Redefine learning taxonomies with Generative AI applications, supported by creating a revised taxonomy that incorporates AI-generated content.
• YOUR ITINERARY - COURSE ACTIVITIES

  This course will run for 4 weeks and you will need to devote about 3-4 hours per week to complete all the modules. As a new community, we must have a place where we can interact as we improve faculty competencies around the use of educational technology tools within medical education. 

  Throughout this course, your itinerary will be filled with lots of engaging activities. Activities will include:

  • Synchronous Sessions with Content Experts 

    • Friday, August 9, 2024, at noon

    • Friday, August 16, 2024, at noon

    • Friday, August 23, 2024, at noon

    • Friday, August 30, 2024, at noon

  • Social Asynchronous Platform for Lively Discussions around AI

  • Module Activities to apply learning concepts

  • Presentation Development and Delivery

• THE TRIP SOUVENIR - PARTICIPATION INCENTIVE

  For participating in the course, you will receive a special incentive valued at $750. The disbursement of this amount is still being determined. You will receive final details at a later date regarding the disbursement process. 

• LETS GET READY - HOW TO SIGN UP

  If you are ready to go on this journey, click here to register for the course. Please note there are limited slots available (25-30), so register ASAP. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Crystal Myers at cmyers@msm.edu.