Title: An Acronym Adventure: COAM, AI, & You
Abstract: Academic integrity is the foundation of a healthy academy. Maintaining a culture of integrity in research, teaching, and conduct takes consistent and dedicated work by all members of the institution. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is just the latest obstacle for us to manage in this quest, but it often feels overwhelming to us. This talk will be centered on the intersections of our work as members of instructional teams (e.g., teaching, course assisting), and our other roles (e.g., graduate student, researcher, etc.) in academia. We will examine these intersections from the stance of ethical pedagogy and how to navigate the difficult landscape of AI as a helpful tool but something students often use as a substitute for critical thinking and hard work. We will discuss the Committee on Academic Misconduct’s (COAM’s) stance on AI use by students and some guidelines for members of the instructional team and students to establish and maintain academic integrity.
About Dr. Cravens-Brown: Lisa Cravens-Brown is Associate Vice Chair for Instruction and Faculty Honors Advisor in the Department of Psychology at The Ohio State University. A three-time Ohio State graduate with a Ph.D. in child clinical psychology, she has dedicated her career to excellence in teaching, mentorship, and undergraduate education. Dr. Cravens-Brown teaches courses ranging from introductory psychology to research methods and statistics, and her scholarly interests include the experiences of instructors and the factors that promote effective learning environments. Through her leadership in curriculum, faculty development, and student success initiatives, she has become a respected voice on fostering academic excellence and integrity in higher education.
