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Unit 2 | AI in Action: Learning with GenAI in Higher Education

Section 2.1: Generative AI Tools for Learning

Your Academic Sidekick

Cute Robot Tutor: Long Exposure Study Buddy Cartoon Stock Photo

GenAI can be your ultimate “study buddy”—but one that works at lightning speed, never sleeps, and has access to a massive library of knowledge. It’s not here to replace your thinking—it’s here to supercharge it.

 

Ways you. can use AI infographic

“Ways You Can Use It” infographic by Alexia Pollock on Adobe Express is licensed under the Adobe Express license.

Scenario

You’re in an environmental science course. Your group needs to design a climate change awareness campaign. You ask GenAI for “five innovative ideas for a campus-based campaign that encourages sustainable commuting.” It suggests things like bike-to-campus challenges and social media photo contests. Your group takes two ideas, merges them, and creates a plan that’s both original and realistic. 

Unit 2 2.1 inforgraphic

Scenario example infographic by Alexia Pollock on Adobe Express is licensed under the Adobe Express license.

 


 

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