Presentation by Dr. Bernd Estabrook, Professor of Global Studies at Illinois College
Monday, Sept. 18, 3:30-5 p.m. in the Trutter Center
Register for Sept. 18 presentation

New developments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology have the potential to initiate tremendous changes in our society – not the least in how we educate our students. Many educators have expressed concern about AI programs like ChatGPT, which allow students to have AI do their writing for them. What effect will programs of this kind have on the teaching of writing and on our students’ ability to express themselves using the written word? How should educators react to this remarkable challenge to our traditional curriculum?

In this presentation, Dr. Bernd Estabrook, Professor of Global Studies at Illinois College in Jacksonville, offers some perspectives on the challenges posed by these new technologies for student writing and proposes a unique vision on how we as educators can move forward.

Dr. Bernd Estabrook, Professor of Global Studies at Illinois College in Jacksonville, teaches courses in a variety of subject areas: German Language and Culture, International Studies, and the humanities. No matter the course, Dr. Estabrook helps students use original primary sources, inspires students to study abroad, and teaches students to examine, critically and reflectively, all ideas taught in his classes. Most recently, Dr. Estabrook has launched a new podcast, “Edumeasure: Assessing Liberal Arts Education.” This podcast is for teachers, students, parents, and others concerned with transforming teaching and learning, and it explores creative, unconventional responses to current issues in education.

Note: Faculty participants will receive 2 points toward their Training and Innovation professional development total for successful completion of this workshop.