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Explore at Your Own Pace 

With ChatGPT Edu now available through the CSU system agreement, the Academic Technology team is offering a range of professional development opportunities designed for your schedule and interests.

Whether you’re looking for a quick introduction, an in-depth workshop, or self-paced resources, our goal is to empower you to make informed choices at your own pace. 

Blitz Sessions (15-30 Minutes) 

Designed for immediate, bite-sized insights. Perfect if you’re curious or want fast answers without a long time commitment. 

Live Workshops & In-Depth Sessions (60 minutes) 

For deeper dives and hands-on exploration—ideal if you have a bit more time and want to plan for future semesters. Can’t attend? Workshop recordings will be available in the AI Hub Canvas Course. 

  • Student Engagement With AI
    Discover how AI tools can spark curiosity, creativity, and deeper learning in your students. Explore ways to use AI to foster interaction, personalize learning, and encourage active participation—both in person and online. Learn practical strategies to help students critically and ethically engage with AI while enhancing their educational experience.
    Tuesday, April 1 - 1 to 2 pm
    Monday, April 21 - 1 to 2 pm

  • Use AI in Assignment Design & Rubrics 
    Explore the intersection of AI and the Transparent Design Framework to update and enhance your assignments and rubrics. 
    Thursday, April 3 - 1 to 2 pm

  • Qualitative Data Analysis with AI
    Streamline your qualitative research process with the help of AI. This workshop introduces tools that can assist in coding, theme identification, summarizing interviews, and synthesizing large volumes of qualitative data.
    Monday, April 7 - 1 to 2 pm
    Monday, April 14 - 1 to 2 pm
    Monday, April 28 - 1 to 2 pm

  • Talking with Students about AI
    This train-the-teacher-to-train-the-student workshop helps faculty give students an overview of AI. It covers the background of AI and the integrity of prompting, assignment use, ethics, and caution about when students should consider using AI. Faculty will have access to the slides to use in their classrooms.
    Tuesday, April 8 - 10 to 11 am

  • ChatGPT and Other AI Tools for Faculty 
    Experience a comprehensive overview of ChatGPT Edu and related AI tools to elevate your teaching strategies. 
    Thursday, April 24 - 1 pm to 2 pm

  • Build a Custom GPT in ChatGPT
    Wednesday, April 30 - 1:30 to 2:30 pm

  • Planning Ahead: AI Syllabus Statements 
    Craft a comprehensive AI syllabus statement that clearly outlines your policies on the ethical use of AI tools in your class. 
    Friday, May 2 - 10 to 11 am

CSU AI Micro-Credential Learning Labs

During the month of April 2025, Academic Technology is hosting a series of online learning labs for those at CSUN who are completing the Academic Applications of AI (AAAI) Faculty Micro-Credential. These online synchronous sessions are an opportunity to connect with fellow CSUN faculty to share progress and discuss how the course concepts can be applied in your teaching. 

Asynchronous Resources 

Access self-paced materials and online communities at any time to support your ongoing learning and exploration. 

  • CSU Academic Applications of AI (AAAI) Micro-Credential for Faculty 
    This self-paced, online course provides training in the responsible uses of generative AI in higher education. Developed by San Diego State University, the course is now available across the CSU system through the Chancellor’s Office. Visit the CSU AI Commons for more information and to enroll.  

  • CSU Academic Applications of AI (AAAI) Micro-Credential for Students 
    The CSU Chancellor’s Office has made available to the system a micro-credential course designed by San Diego State University for students. This is a great resource to share with students and can serve as a starting point for broader discussion on responsible use of AI for students and future professionals. You can direct students to the CSU AI Commons for more information and to enroll. 

  • CSUN AI Hub in Canvas 
    The CSUN AI Hub is a living repository curated by the Academic Technology team, offering continuously updated information on licensed AI tools, campus guidance, and professional development opportunities.  

  • CSUN Learning Initiative for Teaching and Artificial Intelligence (LIFT AI) 
    LIFT AI is a collaborative virtual community where CSUN faculty and staff engage in discussions, share insights, and access curated resources to explore the benefits and challenges of integrating artificial intelligence in teaching and learning. 

  • CSU AI Commons 
    The CSU AI Commons is a centralized AI resource site provided and updated by the CSU Chancellor’s Office, offering comprehensive tools, resources, training, and ethical guidance for students, faculty, staff, and alumni to explore AI and higher education. 

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