2024 Faculty Forum
Faculty Forum 2024
InnovateEDU: Exploring the Future of Learning at BU
Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.
George Sherman Union, Ballroom
Thank you to everyone who joined us as we explored the latest trends in innovative pedagogies and emerging technologies that are reshaping the contemporary landscape of education. Attendees connected with fellow faculty, staff, and graduate students and engaged in thought-provoking discussions on transformative teaching practices that enhance the residential student experience. From artificial intelligence to inclusive learning strategies, attendees explored the pedagogies and tools that are redefining the educational experience. This event also featured engaging e-poster and breakout sessions, delving into topics such as inclusive pedagogy, the classroom as a community, emerging educational technologies, and pedagogical innovations. The day culminated in a networking session and wine and cheese reception.
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Keynote Speaker: Lilach Mollick, Ed.D.
Dr. Lilach Mollick is the Director of Pedagogy at Wharton Interactive. Her work focuses on the development of pedagogical strategies that include artificial intelligence and interactive methodologies. She has worked with Wharton Interactive to develop a wide range of educational tools and games used in classrooms worldwide. She has also written several papers on the uses of AI for teaching and training, and her work on AI has been discussed in publications including The New York Times and Vox. She advises companies and organizations on the advantages and risks of AI in teaching. Lilach holds a Doctorate in education and a Master of Science in professional writing from NYU.
Keynote Address: Practical AI for Educators
Stemming from her work with Wharton Interactive to develop a wide range of educational tools and games used in classrooms worldwide, Mollick explored the integration of AI in education and its vast potential to transform teaching and learning experiences. For educators, AI serves as a valuable aid by automating tasks like grading, facilitating personalized lesson plans, and streamlining content creation. These tools not only save time but also enable educators to focus on refining teaching strategies. AI's impact on students is equally significant, offering personalized learning paths, virtual assistance through chatbots, and gamified learning experiences. Mollick also discussed the synergy of AI with human expertise to enhance student learning as well as the benefits and pitfalls of teaching with and about AI technologies.
Click here to watch the recording of this year's keynote address!
Event Schedule
10 - 11:30 a.m. Pre-event workshop
12:30 - 1 p.m. Registration
1 – 2:10 p.m. Welcome, Keynote Address and Q&A
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Co-sponsor Information Session
2:10 – 2:20 p.m. Transition time
2:20 - 3:20 p.m. Breakout Session I
3:20 – 3:30 p.m. Transition time
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Breakout Session II
4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Poster Session and Wine & Cheese Reception
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