Level 1: Ignite is the gateway to the FAST Track Certification Series. Designed for faculty and educational professionals, this 6–8 hour course equips you to move from curiosity and uncertainty to confident, responsible use of AI in your teaching. You’ll explore the foundational TEACH and FAFI frameworks, experiment with essential tools, examine key ethical issues, and walk away with a ready-to-use AI syllabus policy. This certification is the perfect starting point for instructors ready to future-proof their teaching.
Learning Outcomes:
- Define “teaching with AI” through the lens of human-centered pedagogy.
- Assess and reflect on your current AI fluency using the FAFI self-assessment.
- Experiment with core tools for course planning, grading, and communication.
- Identify and navigate ethical issues such as bias, integrity, and data privacy.
- Draft and submit a student-facing AI use policy for your syllabus.
Key Features:
- 5 interactive modules with video, readings, and reflections
- Downloadable resources (FAFI survey, prompting guide, sample policies)
- AI Certification Artifact for inclusion in your professional portfolio
