Learning Futures

ASU FOLC Fest 2024 Part 2

Episode Summary

In this episode, Sean and Jake pickup where they left off exploring more experiences from the first ASU FOLC Fest, featuring interviews from Kenzie Hurst Newton and Mike Stordeur, Dee-Dee Collins-Jones, and Joy Griffin around the use of artificial intelligence in education, the integration of VR into learning environments, and the impactful ways in which these technologies are reshaping educational practices.

Episode Notes

This episode highlights the ongoing innovations at ASU, showcasing the university's commitment to integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI and VR into education. The discussions provide valuable insights for educators looking to enhance their teaching methods and for institutions aiming to modernize their educational offerings.

This episode featured 3 segments:

Integration of AI in Teaching and Learning:

Guests: Kenzie Hurst-Newton and Mike Stordeur from the Learning Experience Design Team discuss their experiences and initiatives at ASU, focusing on making AI tools like ChatGPT and Adobe Firefly accessible and beneficial for faculty and students through workshops and hands-on activities.

Exploring Virtual Reality in Education:

Guest: Dee-Dee Collins-Jones shares insights into her work with virtual reality, discussing the potential of VR technologies to enhance student engagement and the practical challenges of scaling these experiences in a large university setting.

Adapting Course Design for Students:

Guests: Joy Griffin highlights the pivotal role of student feedback in reshaping a leadership class, Griffin talks about her methods for making education more relevant and engaging through the integration of technology and alternative resources

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