It can be hard to know where to start in learning more about generative AI. There are many resources, news articles and publications, and the information changes very quickly. Here we gather useful information for you to learn more.
Curated by Dr. Stephanie Verkoeyen, educational developer at the MacPherson Institute, this tagged and annotated set of resources is geared to the post-secondary context.
Compiled policies and guidelines on AI from across Canada and the world, and a weekly email update newsletter
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This online module aims to provide you with an understanding of generative AI to help you think through how these technologies intersect with your teaching practices. Whether you have reservations or enthusiasm about AI in education, “Introduction to Generative AI for Educators” offers a space for exploration and thoughtful consideration.
“AI Dialogues” delves into the ethical and practical questions of generative AI for the McMaster campus community, bridging the gap between knowledgeable educators, students, and practitioners and those less familiar with AI technology.
This course aims to define artificial intelligence, discuss societal impacts and explore a specific AI project.
A weekly newsletter by Ethan Mollick aiming to explain academic research and share applications to post-secondary education with a focus on AI.
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