Introduction

On this page you'll find recordings and resources from AI workshops and presentations at UNO

Spring 2026 Workshops

AI at NU: Comparing ChatGPT to Microsoft 365 Copilot

Recording of AI at NU: Comparing ChatGPT to Microsoft 365 Copilot Workshop

Both ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot can enhance teaching, streamline course design, and boost productivity, but they shine in different ways. In this workshop, we’ll introduce you to Microsoft 365 co-pilot and compare its’ abilities against ChatGPT Edu. You’ll leave this workshop with an understanding of when to use each tool, strengths and limitations of both, and what your options are.

AI and Assessments: From Redesign to Evaluation

Recording of AI and Assessments: From Redesign to Evaluation Workshop

As AI reshapes higher education, traditional assessments need a fresh look. This workshop explores how educators can redesign assignments to highlight authenticity and integrity, and the ethical and practical boundaries of incorporating AI into the evaluation process. Leave with practical strategies that emphasize integrity, while increasing effectiveness.

AI as a Research and Writing Partner

Recording of AI and a Research and Writing Partner Workshop

Discover how AI can support every stage of the academic writing process, from brainstorming and outlining to synthesizing sources and refining final drafts. This hands-on session explores practical ways to use tools for literature reviews, data analysis, editing, and generating citations. Participants will learn strategies for maintaining academic integrity and integrating these tools ethically into their own research and writing workflows.

Fall 2025 Workshops

Getting the Most out of ChatGPT EDU (formerly Enterprise)

Are you using ChatGPT to its’ fullest potential? In this workshop, we will discuss when to choose each model, how to leverage ChatGPT EDU features, and the benefits of using ChatGPT EDU @ UNO. We’ll do live demos, and leave time for Q&A. This workshop is ideal for faculty and staff who are new to ChatGPT EDU, do not currently hold licenses, or those that are looking to expand their toolkit.

AI-Enhanced Course Design: Elevating Your Courses with AI

Recording of AI-Enhanced Course Design: Elevating Your Courses with AI Workshop

Discover how generative AI tools can streamline and strengthen your course design process—from course themes and creating rubrics to refining assignments and generating discussion questions. This hands-on session will explore practical ways you can use existing materials—like lecture slides, transcripts, or discussion threads—to design more engaging, equitable, and outcomes-aligned courses.

Balancing AI and Environmental Concerns

This workshop provides an in-depth look at how researchers can use generative AI to enhance their work. We will explore practical strategies for integrating AI- into various stages of the research process, in addition to the steps researchers should take to ensure integrity and transparency in their research. By the end, attendees will leave with a toolkit of methods and guidelines for leveraging generative AI ethically and effectively.

Spring 2025 Workshops

The AI Educator’s Toolkit: Exploring AI use in Research

This workshop provides an in-depth look at how researchers can use generative AI to enhance their work. We will explore practical strategies for integrating AI- into various stages of the research process, in addition to the steps researchers should take to ensure integrity and transparency in their research. By the end, attendees will leave with a toolkit of methods and guidelines for leveraging generative AI ethically and effectively.

The AI Educator's Toolkit: Setting Standards and Starting Conversations

Are you grappling with how to set clear expectations for generative AI use in your classes? You're not alone! Join us for a workshop where we’ll explore practical strategies to establish clear standards, promote academic integrity, and discuss unethical uses of AI with students. Walk away with ready-to-use resources and actionable ideas that help turn uncertainty into confidence.

The AI Educator’s Toolkit: Exploring GPTs in the Classroom

Ready to take your class to the next level? Through our partnership with Open AI, faculty can create custom GPTs tailored to their unique classroom needs. In this workshop, we’ll explore what GPTs are, share a variety of GPTs you could utilize in your courses, and discuss effective strategies to build your own. Walk away inspired and equipped to design AI experiences that enhance student learning experiences.

GPTs for Work: Transforming Productivity and Collaboration

What if you could create the ultimate teammate? Through our partnership with Open AI, participants can create GPTs tailored to their work, communication styles, and more. Join us for a workshop where we’ll discuss GPTs as the ultimate collaborator, explore a variety of GPTs for enhanced productivity, and share effective strategies for creating your own GPT. You’ll leave this workshop equipped with practical ideas and strategies to transform the way you work!

Recording of GPTs for Work: Transforming Productivity and Collaboration
PowerPoint for GPTs for Work

Fall 2024 Workshops

AI-Powered Teaching: Student Writing in the World of AI

With AI becoming more prevalent in our daily lives, educators are being required to re-examine their teaching practices and the traditional essay assignment that has been a staple in the higher ed classroom. In this workshop, we’ll discuss the innovative strategies for incorporating AI into your writing assignments that both teach AI skills and uphold academic integrity in your course. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your teaching practices.

Recording of AI-Powered Teaching: Student Writing in the World of AI

AI-Powered Teaching: The Possibilities of AI-Generated Images

Discover the exciting possibilities of using AI to generate images for your course resources and class assignments. In this interactive workshop, we’ll explore the various tools and techniques for creating AI-generated images, including effective prompts and strategies for overcoming common challenges and bias in AI-generated images. You’ll leave this workshop equipped with the knowledge you need to start implementing AI-images today!

Recording of AI-Powered Teaching: The Possibilities of AI-Generated Images

AI-Powered Teaching: Preparing Students for the AI-Driven Future with Real-World Applications

In today’s job market, employers are looking to hire professionals who have AI skills to drive innovation and growth. But what are those skills, and how can we help build our students’ AI tool kit? Join us for a workshop that examines real-world applications of AI, and practical strategies for integrating AI into UNO courses and curriculum. Walk away from this workshop with strategies that will help students develop the skills employers are looking for and prepare them for an AI workforce.

Recording of AI Powered Teaching session on Real World Applications

Spring 2024 Workshops

In-Person Event | AI Workshop: Adapting Existing Assignments to Incorporate AI

Wondering how to incorporate AI into your assignments and projects? This workshop will offer helpful information, multiple examples, and hands-on work time for you to begin to adapt an assignment. Bring an assignment to the workshop and begin the adaptation process with the helpful support of colleagues Cassie Mallette (Adjunct Faculty – Sociology and Instructional Designer), Birud Sindhav (Professor – Marketing & Entrepreneurship), and Billy Kramer (Assistant Professor – Psychology) who will guide you as you adapt your assignment. Faculty who attend may be eligible for $75 stipend.

Reoccurring Series | AI in Academia: Exploring Innovative Uses of AI in Higher

Join us for a workshop series on AI in Academia! Explore how faculty members are harnessing the Power of AI to revolutionize their classrooms and work. Discover innovative ways AI is enhancing the teaching and learning experience and dive into practical applications of AI in Academia! Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about the amazing things your colleagues are doing!

Session 1 | Thang Tran and William Kramer | Recording of Session 1
Session 2 | Travis Adams, Jill Quandt, and Minjung Goo | Recording of Session 2
Session 3 | Adam Whittredge, Melissa Cast-Brede, and Nicole Infante | Recording of Session 3

Panel Discussion: Detection Tools, Syllabus Statements, and more

Join CFE, Digital Learning, and several UNO faculty members for a panel discussion on AI detection, syllabus statements, and other considerations for AI in your course as you prepare for the spring semester.

Recording of the AI Panel Discussion

Additional Workshops from Fall 2023 or before can be found on the page, AI Workshops: Fall 2023 and Beyond.