Teaching with AI Certification: Level 1 – Ignite

Quick Summary

Move from curiosity to confident action. Ignite gives faculty a practical, human-centered foundation for teaching with AI—plus a finished, student-facing AI policy you can use immediately.

Full Course Description

In a world reshaped by AI, the question isn’t if we’ll engage—it’s how. Ignite (Level 1 of the Teaching with AI: FAST Track Certification) equips you with a research-grounded, classroom-ready approach to AI that protects academic integrity and elevates learning.

Anchored in the TEACH (human-centered pedagogy) and FAFI (Faculty AI Fluency Index) frameworks, you’ll build essential fluency without techno-jargon. You’ll test common classroom uses, examine risk, and write policy language that’s clear for students and aligned with your course goals. By the end, you’ll have a concrete plan and a finished AI policy for your syllabus.

You’ll Learn To

  • Define “teaching with AI” through a human-centered lens (TEACH).
  • Assess your own AI fluency using FAFI to pinpoint growth areas.
  • Use foundational AI tools responsibly for common teaching tasks.
  • Address core ethical issues (integrity, bias, fairness) with practical guardrails.
  • Draft a clear, student-facing AI Use Policy for your syllabus.

Who This Is For

  • Instructors and lecturers new to AI in teaching
  • Instructional designers and ed-tech staff supporting faculty
  • Faculty who want a clear policy + safe starting playbook

Course at a Glance

  • Time: ~6–8 hours, self-paced
  • Credential: Teaching with AI Certification – Level 1 (Ignite)
  • Capstone: A finished student-facing AI Use Policy
  • Frameworks: TEACH + FAFI (included)
  • Format: Asynchronous with practical, classroom-ready activities

FAQ

Do I need technical expertise? No—this course starts at a practical baseline.
Is it fully self-paced? Yes. Start anytime; finish at your speed.
Do I get a certificate? Yes—Level 1 (Ignite) course is the first step toward the Teaching with AI Certificate.
What’s the refund policy? 14-day refund if you’ve completed <20% of content.
Credit/CEUs? This is a non-credit professional credential (not transcripted).

Course Content

Module 1: Mindset & Foundations
3 Topics
1.1: The Landscape of AI in Teaching
1.2: Core Activity: Your FAFI Self-Assessment
1.3: Optional Deeper Dive
Module 2: Exploration & Quick Wins
3 Topics
2.1: Exploring AI Tools & Prompts
2.2: Core Activity: The 15-Minute “Quick Win”
2.3: Optional Deeper Dive
Module 3: AI Ethics in Education
3 Topics
3.1: Navigating the Core Challenges
3.2: Core Activity: Ethical Scenario Analysis
3.3: Optional Deeper Dive
Module 4: Policy & Practice
3 Topics
4.1: Crafting Your Syllabus Statement
4.2: Core Activity: Draft Your Syllabus AI Policy
4.3: Optional Deeper Dive
Module 5: Final Reflection
2 Topics
5.1: Looking Back and Moving Forward
5.2: Final Activity: Your Reflective Action Plan
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