Webinars and talks Concordia University - GenerativeAI in Teaching and Learning

Winterfest 2025: Laying the Groundwork: Faculty and Staff Efforts on GenAI in Teaching at Concordia

February 05, 2025 | 1:00 - 2:00 PM Virtual

About this event

Format: HyFlex (H-629 in-person and online)

Description of this event: This session highlights the collaborative efforts that led to Winterfest 2025, including faculty interest group meetings, survey research, and the development of guidelines for generative AI in education. Presenters will share insights into how these efforts shaped the series’ goals and provide context for the sessions ahead.

Winterfest will take place Wednesday, February 5 to Friday, February 21, 2025. For more information click here.

  • About: Winterfest 2025 is a Concordia University event showcasing the innovative ways its faculty and staff are integrating generative AI (GenAI) into education. Designed in collaboration with the Concordia community, the event showcases innovative approaches to GenAI-driven teaching, from curriculum design to practical applications like accessibility and personalized learning.
  • Session topics: Each session reflects the unique expertise and efforts of Concordia educators and staff, demonstrating how GenAI is being thoughtfully incorporated to address real-world challenges in education. By focusing on the university’s ongoing work, the event offers attendees an in-depth look at the possibilities and implications of GenAI in teaching and learning. The series concludes with reflections on key takeaways, setting the stage for Concordia’s continued leadership in this evolving field.

Presenter(s)

Mike Barcomb, Ph.D.

Mike Barcomb, Ph.D.

Educational Technologist, Centre for Teaching and Learning
John Paul Foxe, Ph.D.

John Paul Foxe, Ph.D.

Senior Director, Centre for Teaching and Learning

Additional information

Organizer
Concordia University - Centre for Teaching and Learning
Language
English
Fee
Free and Open to all Colleges and Universities