Leading the AI Revolution: The Crucial Role of HBCUs in Steering AI Leadership

About the Report A Joint Publication of the Online Learning Consortium, WICHE Cooperative for Educational Technologies, and Complete College America The evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) presents an unprecedented opportunity for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to lead in an era characterized by rapid technological advancement and societal transformation. This report explores the integral […]
Unlocking the Future of Education: Helping Faculty to Embrace the Potential of Generative AI
Upon the release of novel generative AI (GAI) systems in November 2022, the team at RUSH University responded by developing interactive skills labs for faculty. To date, they have hosted four skills labs, each focused on a different facet of generative AI capabilities and applications. These labs imparted foundational knowledge while emphasizing skill-building for implementation. […]
AI in Higher Ed: Opportunities and Threats
How will artificial intelligence (AI) tools (such as ChatGPT and Bard) affect online, blended, and digital learning in higher education? Join us for a panel discussion on the opportunities and threats associated with this emerging technology. With the release of the AI chatbot ChatGPT in late 2022, many instructors, support staff, and institutional leaders are […]
OLC Framework for AI Strategy

The Online Learning Consortium is proud to release the OLC Framework for Comprehensive Design, Equitable Implementation, and Continuous Improvement of AI Strategy, a pioneering resource tailored for educational institutions embarking on the journey of integrating generative AI into their practices, curriculum, and digital strategy. Crafted through the remix of three transformational digital learning frameworks from colleagues at WCET, APLU, Tyton Partners, MERLOT, and SkillsCommons, this resource marks a decisive step towards realizing the transformative potential of AI in education, emphasizing equitable, inclusive, and ethical practices.