Designing for AI-Enhanced Learning

Create authentic assessments and provide effective guidance for students in an AI-enhanced learning environment.

Authentic Assessment Assignment Design Student Guidance Implementation Planning

Curriculum Design Principles

When integrating AI into your curriculum, consider these research-based principles:

Constructive Alignment

  • Learning outcomes
  • Teaching activities
  • Assessment methods

Strategic Initiatives

  • Equity & Accessibility
  • Inclusion & Diversity
  • Decolonization

Continuous Improvement

  • Regular assessment
  • Student feedback
  • Iterative refinement

Authentic Assessment Strategies

Rather than trying to "AI-proof" traditional assignments, consider authentic assessments that naturally encourage original thinking and real-world application:

Case Studies

Students analyze real scenarios and propose solutions

Example: Marketing students create campaign for local non-profit

Portfolio Development

Document process and progress over time

Example: Engineering students showing design iterations

Community Projects

Engage with actual community needs

Example: Urban planning solutions for local issues

Research Projects

Original research with real data

Example: Analyzing local environmental data

Key Benefits

  • Naturally resistant to AI-generated content
  • Develops real-world skills
  • Encourages critical thinking
  • Promotes student engagement
  • Supports diverse learning styles
  • More equitable assessment

Design Your Approach

Assignment Design

Design assignments that:

  • Connect to real-world contexts
  • Encourage personal reflection
  • Value process as well as product
  • Build transferable skills
  • Allow creative approaches

Student Guidance

How will you help students:

  • Understand appropriate use cases
  • Develop AI literacy
  • Practice critical thinking
  • Access support resources
  • Engage in self-assessment

Implementation Planning

Explore strategies for your context:

Action Plan