Guides – CETL

AI In the News: What We’re Reading

Posted on October 2, 2026 (November 3, 2026) by Timia Hairston

A curated collection of articles highlighting how artificial intelligence is shaping higher education, work, and society. The Pangram backlash unfolding on college campuses Source/Date: The Atlantic, September 21, 2026 Summary: The Atlantic reports that improved AI detectors are gaining campus interest, but faculty and administrators remain divided over accuracy, privacy and the risk of treating […]

Reflection: Social Interaction Theory and Chatbot Design

Posted on September 17, 2025 (October 25, 2026) by Timia Hairston

By Marion J. Tate, CETL Assistant Director of Educational Development Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way educators design and deliver learning experiences. Among its many applications, the use of AI chatbots offers new opportunities for experiential learning grounded in social interaction. One example is using chatbots for the simulation of real-world challenges. By integrating […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Glossary

Posted on July 18, 2025 (July 18, 2025) by Mike Verdusco

General AI Terms Artificial Intelligence (AI)The field of creating machines or software that perform tasks requiring human-like intelligence, such as decision-making, language understanding, and visual perception. Machine Learning (ML)A type of AI where computers learn from data to make predictions or decisions without being explicitly programmed. Deep LearningA subset of ML that uses artificial neural […]

The Most Overlooked Teaching Tool: Your Syllabus

Posted on June 30, 2025 (October 25, 2026) by Marion Tate

By Marion J. Tate, Ph.D. CETL, Assistant Director of Educational Development Ask any professor to list their favorite or most powerful teaching tools, and you will likely hear a list that includes classroom discussions, assignments, technology, or assessments. The syllabus, as a teaching tool, is rarely on the list (e.g., Bano et al., 2019). This […]

Faculty Survey on Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Utilization in Academia

Posted on September 18, 2024 (October 25, 2026) by Timia Hairston

The CETL is conducting a comprehensive survey to gain insights into faculty experiences with utilizing generative artificial intelligence (AI) within academic settings. Your participation will assist us in comprehending the current landscape of AI utilization across diverse disciplines and provide valuable data for formulating future strategies in our institution’s research and teaching initiatives. The primary […]

Teaching Writing and Critical Thinking with AI

Posted on August 19, 2024 (October 25, 2026) by Erin Bell

Big Picture What price your ‘AI-ready’ graduates? Perhaps we should be promoting AI resilience instead 10 reasons why AI might be overrated The political preferences of LLMs Why I’m Banning Student AI Use This Year Evaluating the efficacy of AI content detection tools in differentiating between human and AI-generated text AI-Detectors Don’t Work—Here’s Why GenAI […]

Ideas for Active Learning Assignments

Posted on July 11, 2024 (July 15, 2024) by Erin Bell

Engaged learning ideas are plentiful, but from time to time, instructors may seek inspiration for their classroom practices. Below, we offer a list of active learning assignments and activities that may be used in class Integrating these activities and assignments into the curriculum can enhance student engagement, deepen understanding, and promote critical thinking and collaboration. […]

Transparent Teaching Methods

Posted on July 11, 2024 (April 15, 2025) by Mike Verdusco

Transparent teaching methods enhance student comprehension and academic achievement by explicitly communicating the objectives, tasks, and assignment criteria. This clarity reduces confusion and apprehension, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Students from diverse backgrounds, including first-generation and non-traditional students, particularly benefit from these methods as they level the playing field by making expectations clear. […]

What Are Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)?

Posted on May 23, 2024 (October 26, 2026) by Erin Bell

Understanding WCAG and Building Course Content The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are guidelines developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to make web content more accessible to all learners and users. The mission of W3C is to ensure that the web is for all humanity and that all web content is designed for […]

Using Multimedia in Course Content and Feedback

Posted on April 5, 2024 (April 15, 2025) by Mike Verdusco

The incorporation of multimedia content and feedback into instructional practices has proven to be an effective strategy. By catering to the diverse learning preferences of students, multimedia engagement fosters active participation and enhances the comprehension and retention of course material. Instructors can achieve this by utilizing multimedia materials such as videos, audio recordings, and visual […]