AI Week: AI Week 2024

The Future of AI at Coastal Carolina University

Presentation by Wes Fondren

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Alford Ballroom

Join Wes Fondren, Associate Provost for AI, Academic Technology, and Professional Development, who will give a vision and overview of how CCU will leverage AI in the future to facilitate teaching, learning, and research.

Teaching with AI Book Talk. "Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning."

Discussion Led by Jenn Shinaberger

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Virtual - Register Here

Ebook Link

 Join the Office of Professional Development to discuss the book "Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning" along with your colleagues. 

Artificial Intelligence, Creativeness, and Approaches in the Language Curriculum

Presentation by Edurne Beltran de Heredia Carmona, Mauricio Castillo, and Ramon Jaquez

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Thompson Library 120

Artificial Intelligence technology has revolutionized various sectors, including language teaching.  This panel is dedicated to fostering a dialogue among academics, researchers, and teachers.  We will explore strategies for using AI in the language classroom, emphasizing its ethical use through creativity.  The creative approach of generative AI tools in curricular design could be a key focus and a responsible path to enhance the teaching of language and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.

Do students actually “learn” when a GPT is available? 

Presentation by Paul Cerkez

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Thompson Library 120

This presentation presents a couple of topic questions about ChatGPT and its like. There is a large international debate on the value of the so called “AI tools” and the two sides, one wanting it banned and others saying to embrace it. There is no consensus on which way to go and some universities do both. And, more importantly, what is the impact to students currently (and potentially the future) in the education system? If they rely on the GPTs, do they ever acquire the tacit knowledge that would get them hired in industry?  Consequently, are students actually qualified for the job market upon graduation? Is there an ethical or moral impact? What about lost skills? This presentation lays a foundation for a greater discussion on the entire topic and will potentially influence a change in teaching methods/pedagogy for faculty.

Exploring Faculty Mindset on AI through Artistic Engagement

Presentation by Daniel DeLuca, Jean Bennett, and Jenn Shinaberger

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Alford Ballroom

Faculty Panel Presentation by Faculty AI Fellow Daniel DeLuca, Jean Bennett, and Jenn Shinaberger on faculty mindset and the artistic engagement using Generative AI. 

Are Faculty at Risk of Being Replaced by Digital Doppelgangers?

Presentation by Joe Winslow

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 

Thompson Library 120

AI-Generated Instructional Video Production.  This session will explore emerging research, trends, and workflows for creating effective talking-head video presentations using AI-generated content, especially deepfake avatars that look and sound indistinguishable from human instructors. 

Vendor Demonstration and Discussion. Elsevier Scopus AI, Yellowdig, and Grammarly: Faculty Lunch and Learn

Dennis Krause (Elsevier), Todd Hall, Holly Owens (Yellowdig), A.J. Guedouar (Grammarly) & Office of Academic Technology Promotional Tables

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM 

Lib Jackson Student Union A213

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Discover how Scopus AI leverages advanced analytics to enhance research workflows, while Yellowdig fosters collaborative learning through its interactive platform. Additionally, see how Grammarly elevates writing quality with its AI-driven feedback tools.  This session will provide insights into each tool's unique features, benefits, and practical applications in academia and beyond.

Future-Proofing Your Career with Technology: Student Workshop & Lunch and Learn

Presented by Mitch Shue

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Wall 222

Register here

Mitch Shue, professor of Computer Science at Clemson University and Director of AI Research Institute for Science and Engineering, will hold a workshop about the ever changing careers in science and technology and how to "future proof" your career amidst changes.

The Impact and Integration of AI in Education

Presentation by Michael McKenzie and Bianca Simeone

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Thompson Library 120

This presentation explores the connection between strategies and best practices for integrating AI in the classroom. Drawing on research, we will examine how AI tools influence teaching and learning, address the ethical considerations, and discuss resources for implementation. The examples provided will draw from our experiences in K-12 and higher education, offering insights and strategies that are applicable and beneficial to educators across all levels

How Can Staff Use AI

Presentation and Discussion Led by Wes Fondren

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Can't attend in person...Link to Live session

Lib Jackson Student Union A201

Join us to discuss how staff can use AI in their work and learn how to incorporate AI in new ways.  We'll provide examples and suggestions, and be prepared for a generative discussion!

Should students cite ChatGPT and other AI-related dilemmas?

Discussion led by Corinne Dalelio  

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Virtual - Register Here 

Corinne Dalelio, Associate Professor of Communication, Media, and Culture, will first outline a way of thinking about the appropriateness of these tools within the context of higher education.  Next, she will briefly detail some ways in which assignments can be designed such that AI cannot be used to complete those tasks for which it is deemed inappropriate.

AI is the latest wave in 50 years of Software Evolution: An IT Industry Perspective

Presentation by Joe Temple

1:00 PM- 2:00 PM

Thompson Library 120

Computing Sciences Teaching Associate Joe Temple presents his perspectives of 50 years of experience with evolution in the IT industry. At one point, his job was to design and implement networks of logic gates that made up computers. This task was automated 25 to 30 years ago, and now code generation is undergoing the same transformation with the implementation of generative AI. His presentation will discuss how this process works, its benefits, and its potential pitfalls. Recommended for any student, faculty, staff, or community member interested in the computing field. 

AI Research Assistants, Scite, and JSTOR AI Beta

Presentation by Allison Faix, Adam Johnson, Eric Resnis, and Samantha Duncan

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Thompson Library 120

Join us for an exciting dive into the future of academic research! In this presentation, we'll explore cutting-edge tools like Research Rabbit, Consensus, Scite, and JSTOR AI Beta.  Discover how there innovative platforms enhance collaboration, streamline literature reviews, and elevate your research game.  Unleash the power of AI to uncover insights, track trends, and make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving academic landscape. Don't miss this chance to transform your research experience.

In Defense of Slow AI: Perspectives on Research and Pedagogy

Presentation and Discussion Panel by Anna Mukamal, Sarah Laiola, Gayas Eapen, Christian Smith, and Alan Reid

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Bryan Information Commons 234

In this discussion panel, humanities scholars from English and Digital Culture and Design offer provocations about flipping the script on AI.  The cultural narrative of AI interpolates us to speed up, become more efficient, and go faster.  Instead, we ask: How can we use AI to go slower?  How can we slow down our adoption of AI?  And towards what ends?  We offer five different answers that encapsulate the teacher-scholar model from our research and pedagogy before opening up for discussion with the audience 

Discovery Lab

University Libraries

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Thompson Library 120

Join the library for a discovery event where you can explore AI programs like Scite, Consensus, Chatpdf, Gemini, Microsoft Co-Pilot, Github CoPilot, Picart, QuickTools, DALL-e, and ChatGPT through guided activities from Librarians. 

"Demystifying AI: Understanding the Present and Anticipating the Future" Keynote Presentation

Keynote Speaker: Mitch Shue

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Johnson Auditorium Wall 116

 Join us for the culmination of AI Week as we're joined by Mitch Shue, Director of Clemson AIRISE (AI Research Institute for Science and Engineering) and Professor of Practice in the School of Computing at Clemson University. 

Craft Night: AI Art

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Thompson Library Makerspace

Join us for craft night as we explore programs that created art using AI. Learn about prompt creation and create images using AI.

Digital Minds: Exploring AI in Academia Film Documentary and Faculty Discussion Panel

Movie by: Tré Foxworth; Discussion Panel: Corinne Dalelio, Daniel DeLuca, Jon Trerise, Wes Fondren
Moderated by Adam Johnson

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Coastal Theatre Lib Jackson Student Union A110

University Libraries will host a screening of alumnus Tré Foxworth's (M.A. '24)  documentary that brings complex narratives and insights surrounding AI in education to life. A faculty discussion panel reflecting on the changes AI is bringing within higher education will follow the film.

Student Discussion Panel

 Panelists: Kallie Lacount, Kayla Ulmer, Robert Blomquist, Alexa Martinez

Moderated by Jean Bennett

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Johnson Auditorium Wall 116

Hear from students about their perspectives and experiences with AI as a part of this discussion panel for AI Week

AI Innovation Award Ceremony

Awards Presented by Wes Fondren, Associate Provost for AI, Academic Technology, and Professional Development

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Wall 222

Immediately following the Keynote session, AI Innovation Awards will be presented to exceptional faculty doing work with AI.

Still have questions? 

Please reach out to the AI Week Planning Team.

Loren Mixon (lmixon@coastal.edu)

 Adam Johnson (ajohnson5@coastal.edu)

Samantha Duncan (sduncan1@coastal.edu)

Eric Resnis (eresnis@coastal.edu)

AI Week Reception

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Wall 222

Join us for a reception following the Keynote Presentation as a culmination of AI Week. The AI Week Awards Ceremony will be held jointly with this event.