The Role of CTLs in Supporting the Instructional Use of GenAI

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As generative artificial intelligence (GAI) technologies rapidly evolve and permeate educational environments, institutions of higher education are grappling with how best to support faculty and instructors in adapting their teaching practices. In this webinar, we will discuss how Centers for Teaching and Learning (CTLs) are responding to this challenge by offering professional development, resources, and strategic guidance to instructors navigating the integration of GAI into their pedagogy. Drawing on a mixed-methods study that includes a national survey and follow-up interviews with CTL leaders, we will provide a comprehensive overview of current practices, perceived effectiveness, and the barriers CTLs face in supporting faculty during this technological shift.
 
Intended Audience:
This webinar is particularly relevant for CTL staff, instructional designers, academic administrators, and faculty leaders who are involved in faculty development or educational innovation. However, it will also be of interest to anyone seeking to understand the broader implications of GAI for teaching and learning in higher education.
 
Key Takeaways:
  • A clear understanding of how CTLs across diverse institutional contexts are supporting faculty in integrating GAI into their teaching.
  • Awareness of common barriers and how CTLs are addressing them through creative and context-sensitive strategies.
  • Access to a practical playbook that can be adapted for use in their own institutions, including tools for planning, implementation, and assessment.
  • New ideas for engaging faculty in conversations about GAI that are inclusive, critical, and forward-thinking.
  • Connections with peers who are similarly invested in supporting faculty through this technological transition.


Please Note: While attending the webinar live is free for OLC members and non-members, on-demand recordings will be available post-webinar for Professional and Institutional Members only. Consider becoming an OLC member for access to these and many other great benefits!

Speaker Bio

Carrie Lewis Miller, Ph.D.
Senior Researcher – OLC

As senior researcher at OLC, Carrie designs, conducts and manages the portfolio of research projects that align with the mission, vision, and goals of the Online Learning Consortium. She brings with her over 15 years of experience as an online educator and instructional designer with a passion for research. In addition to a strong background in higher education teaching and instructional design, Carrie brings with her extensive experience in customer service and small business management. She holds a PhD in Educational Technology from Arizona State University, an MS in French from Minnesota State University, and BA in French from Arizona State University.

Josh Herron, Ph.D.
Director of Professional Learning

As Director of Professional Learning, Josh guides the strategy and operations of OLC’s Institute for Professional Development. He has over twelve years of higher education leadership and instructional experience. He has also published and presented widely on higher education practices, pedagogical research, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Josh holds a Ph.D. in Rhetorics, Communication, and Information Design from Clemson University and an M.A. in English from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Dylan Barth's headshotDylan Barth, Ph.D.
Vice President of Innovation and Programs at OLC

Dr. Dylan Barth is the Vice President for Innovation and Programs. Dylan provides strategic vision and oversight for professional development, consulting, research and publications, and the Quality Scorecard Suite at OLC. He has 20+ years of experience teaching in higher education and 12+ years working in faculty and instructional development. Dylan holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with an emphasis on masculinities in contemporary post-apocalyptic fiction.

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