For Faculty in the College of Public Health | Summer 2025
Compiled by Dean Melissa Perry, May 2025
As we continue to explore ways to enhance teaching and learning, this guide provides curated resources to help you consider how artificial intelligence can be used thoughtfully in your course design and pedagogy. These materials reflect our college’s growth mindset value while recognizing the importance of academic integrity, inclusion, and meaningful engagement.
1. Getting Started: What is AI and Why It Matters
Elements of AI (University of Helsinki)
A free, beginner-friendly course for non-technical users. OMers a great foundation for understanding AI basics and applications.
EDUCAUSE: 7 Things You Should Know About Generative AI
A short, digestible overview of key considerations for integrating generative AI into higher education.
2. Practical Integration: Course Design & Teaching Tools
Duke Learning Innovation AI Toolkit
A comprehensive guide for faculty on AI policies, assignment design, academic integrity, and AI prompts.
Microsoft Education AI Toolkit
Provides planning tools, use case examples, and templates for educators.
Stanford Human-Centered AI in Education Toolkit
Offers ethical integration strategies and practical case studies.
3. Tools to Try: Experiment with AI This Summer
- ChatGPT (OpenAI) – Generate syllabi, quizzes, and feedback prompts. Try assigning AI-generated text for critique and discussion.
- Curipod – Use AI to create interactive classroom presentations and student activities.
- Gamma.app – Build lecture slide decks quickly with AI assistance.
- Khanmigo – Khan Academy’s AI assistant for tutoring and classroom support.
- Perplexity.ai – An AI-powered research tool that cites its sources and can help frame course topics.
4. Guidance on Ethics, Academic Integrity & Pitfalls
Turnitin AI Writing Detection Guide
Understand how AI-generated writing is identified and how to craft clear course policies.
AI & Academic Integrity Toolkit – University of Toronto
Sample syllabus language, policy guidance, and frameworks for responsible AI use.
Responsible AI Practices (UNESCO)
Global standards on ethical and inclusive use of AI technologies in education.
Suggested Summer Activities
- Redesign one assignment or activity using AI as a co-creator or object of critique.
- Draft a short paragraph for your syllabus addressing your expectations for AI use.
- Discuss AI integration at department meetings or peer consultations.