Haslam College of Business - OACC Lunch & Learn: AI — Friend or Foe?

Session Speaker
Prasanna Balaprakash, Director of AI Programs and Distinguished R&D Staff Scientist for Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Session Overview
This session examines the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education, highlighting its potential to enhance teaching, learning and administration while addressing challenges and ethical considerations. Participants will discover AI tools and trends that can reshape their institutions and best practices, empowering them to engage actively in the evolving academic landscape.

Discussion Points
This Lunch and Learn session will delve into the current and future implications of artificial intelligence in higher education. Attendees will engage in discussions surrounding the following:

1. AI in Learning Environments
   • Identify ways to use AI to have a competitive advantage
   • AI-driven systems that support diverse learning  and leadership styles
2. Administrative Efficiency
   • Discussing the impact AI will have on admissions process and prospective student evaluations
   • Enhancing data management and decision-making processes
3. Research Innovations
   • AI’s role in accelerating research through data analysis and simulation
   • Collaborative AI platforms that facilitate interdisciplinary research
4. Ethical Considerations
   • Addressing concerns around data privacy, bias, and equity in AI applications
   • Discussing the importance of responsible AI use in academic settings
5. Future Trends
   • Predictions on AI advancements and their potential impact on curriculum design and faculty roles
   • Strategies for institutions to adapt and thrive in an AI-enhanced educational landscape

By the end of the session, participants will have a deeper understanding of how AI can reshape their institutions and best practices, equipping them to actively participate in the evolving academic environment. Join us for an enlightening discussion and to share your thoughts on this critical topic!

Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees.

Register by Friday, November 1.