Discover how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming higher education and what it means for faculty, administrators and students. In this conversation, Jordan O’Connell, instructor and instructional designer at Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC), shares practical strategies for integrating AI tools into teaching and learning and explains why embracing these changes is essential for student success.
You’ll learn how institutions can use platforms like D2L Brightspace to create engaging, future-ready learning experiences. O’Connell makes the case that understanding AI capabilities is no longer optional. It is a critical step in preparing students for the workforce and improving the quality of online course design.
Key Takeaways:
- Why AI is both a challenge and an opportunity for higher ed instructors
- Practical strategies for evaluating and using AI tools effectively
- The role of collaboration in building institutional AI readiness
- Why LMS platforms like Brightspace are central to delivering personalized, human-centered learning
“If you want to teach, you have to understand what the AI tools are capable of because no matter what you say, your students will use them.” — Jordan O’Connell