Full course description
Term: Fall 2025
Date: October 29th, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: University Mall 2104 (Directions)
Instructor: Aaron Bond
Presented By: Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS)
Description:
What does it mean to be AI-literate in a university setting? AI offers both potential and complexity—making it essential for academics to build core skills and maintain a human-centered perspective. This workshop combines practical insight with ethical reflection to equip participants for thoughtful, confident use of AI in academic work.
This workshop is part of the 'AI Essentials for Teaching and Learning' pathway. You may take all topics or pick and choose the ones which interest you most—the choice is yours.
0: Introduction to Generative AI (Foundational)
1: AI Literacy for Higher Education (Foundational)
2: AI Prompting: Safety and Strategies (Foundational)
3: Designing AI-Enhanced Teaching Workflows (Foundational)
4: Designing AI-Conscious Courses (Foundational)
About the pathway: Discover the core skills, concepts, and conversations shaping higher education in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). 'AI Essentials
for Teaching and Learning' is designed to help Virginia Tech educators build a strong foundation in using AI thoughtfully and effectively. Whether you're just getting started with generative AI or seeking structured guidance, this series offers research-informed strategies, space for reflection, and real-world
examples tailored to the Virginia Tech context.
Join us to build your confidence and curiosity around AI—no technical background required.