Redesign Assessments for an AI World
META gives faculty a four-step formula—Metacognition, Ethics, Tools, Application—so assignments stay rigorous, authentic, and future-proof, even with ChatGPT in every pocket.
Why It Matters
Traditional Assignments Are Breaking Down
74 % of instructors report AI-generated work in 2025—yet only 18 % feel confident adjusting assignments.
AI tools like ChatGPT have changed how students complete work—often making traditional assignments obsolete. Many faculty feel caught between academic integrity concerns and the desire to encourage innovation. The META Assignment Redesign Lab gives them tools to do both. It equips instructors to create assignments that encourage reflection, transparency, and deeper learning, even in AI-rich environments.
What is META?
A Simple Framework for Complex Challenges
META stands for:
| Letter | Domain | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| M – Metacognition | Reflection & self-awareness | How did AI shape your thinking? |
| E – Ethics | Responsible & transparent use | Are biases disclosed and cited? Is use known & shared? |
| T – Tools | Intentional tool choice | Which AI tool best fits this task? |
| A – Application | Real-world transfer | Where does this skill add value beyond the class? |
Faculty use META to revise or reframe their existing assignments, not reinvent them. The framework supports creativity and encourages alignment with core outcomes.
META Toolkit Highlights
The META Toolkit includes essential resources to help educators redesign assignments with clarity and confidence:
- 4-stage assignment (re)design guide
- Planning worksheet + implementation tools
- Editable rubric templates + use case library
META Assignment Redesign Lab
What to Expect in the Redesign Lab
| Feature | Detals |
|---|---|
| Format | 90-minute virtual or on-site |
| Outcomes | – Audit two assigments – Draft AI-aware rubric – Peer feedback exchange |
| Materials | Workbook, prompt deck, slide templates |
| Price | Starts at $349 (single department) |
Delivery Options
Self-Paced
Flexible mini-course with embedded tools (1-3 hrs)
Cohort-Based
Live, instructor-led redesign lab (1-2 sessions)
Custom Workshop
Tailored to department/ program goals
Train-the-Trainer
Institutional use with facilitator resources
META Institutional Integration
What to Expect in the Redesign Lab
| Scope | Ideal For | Includes | From $___ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department Offering | One department (~15 faculty) | Core + Pro Toolkit; 60-minute lab | $349 |
| College/School Offering | College-wide | Course pack + LMS access + training-the-trainer session | $1,499 |
| Campus-wide Offering | Entire campus/ university | College pack + data dashboard, annual consultation | $2,999 |
* Pricing scales with institution size and delivery scope.
Ideal Participants
Who benefits from META?
Individual instructors redesigning their courses
Faculty learning communities or Gen Ed working groups
Instructional designers facilitating course revisions
Departments, colleges, or institutions planning strategic AI integration
Bonus: Combine the Lab with the META Toolkit or Curriculum Innovation Sprint to scale redesign across your campus.
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Start Redesigning. Not Just Reacting.
The META Assignment Redesign Lab helps faculty move forward—with clarity, confidence, and creativity.