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Students critique AI: From understanding to analysis

What happens when students are asked to assess the work of gen AI? McGill instructor William Archambault explores how shifting from traditional test questions to gen AI-based critique tasks helps students develop their analytical skills. William discusses the motivation behind this redesign, the challenges of scaling it in large classes, and why teaching critical evaluation of gen AI output is becoming essential in higher education.  
 
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Why we show up: Students reflect on meaningful learning

McGill students share what makes coming to class worthwhile—from inspiring professors to creative assignments to the feeling of community. This episode explores five themes of engagement, offering authentic, unscripted insights into how students connect with learning in meaningful ways.
 
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Don’t panic, plan: Three considerations for teaching in the era of gen AI

The Fall term is underway, and gen AI is seemingly everywhere now. In this episode, we explore how to navigate gen AI in higher ed with three key moves: Intentional design, clear communication, and radical transparency. Whether you’re designing gen AI in or out of your course, this conversation will help you make informed, confident choices.
 
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Engaging students using Mural Online Collaboration

Want to learn about how to engage students using an online teaching tool with a dynamic visual component? Tune in to hear how Prof. Mette Bendixen uses Mural to encourage her students to connect with the course material, engage in peer-to-peer learning, and share how they are faring in a large classroom setting. 
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Sustainability in action: Teaching health geography and learning course design

How can sustainability transform not only what we teach but also how we go about our teaching? In this episode, Prof. Mylène Riva and PhD student Laurianne Debanné share their journey—including challenges and triumphs—redesigning a Health Geography course to incorporate sustainability principles. Along the way, they learned principles of sustainable course design, the importance of transdisciplinarity, and practical strategies for engaging students in meaningful learning experiences. 
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