Alternative Title

The Problem with Puzzles: Using Problem-Based Learning to Redesign Assignments for the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Contributor

University of Central Florida. Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning; University of Central Florida. Division of Digital Learning; Teaching and Learning with AI Conference (2025 : Orlando, Fla.)

Location

Gold Coast I/II

Start Date

29-5-2025 2:45 PM

End Date

29-5-2025 3:10 PM

Publisher

University of Central Florida Libraries

Keywords:

Assignments; Artificial intelligence; Problem-based learning; Educational redesign; Student engagement

Subjects

Problem-based learning; Artificial intelligence--Educational applications; Problem solving--Study and teaching; Puzzles--Study and teaching; Artificial intelligence--Study and teaching (Higher)

Description

Traditional assignments often resemble puzzles- where students follow prescribed steps to practice multiple specific skills and demonstrate understanding. Unfortunately, students do not really treat them like puzzles. Students approach assignments as problems, employing any available tools to achieve their goals. Now, the availability of AI tools means that treating these "puzzles" as problems can trivialize them. It' s time we leave puzzles behind.

Language

eng

Type

Presentation

Format

application/pdf

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Faculty

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May 29th, 2:45 PM May 29th, 3:10 PM

The Problem with Puzzles: Using Problem-Based Learning to Redesign Assignments for the Age of AI

Gold Coast I/II

Traditional assignments often resemble puzzles- where students follow prescribed steps to practice multiple specific skills and demonstrate understanding. Unfortunately, students do not really treat them like puzzles. Students approach assignments as problems, employing any available tools to achieve their goals. Now, the availability of AI tools means that treating these "puzzles" as problems can trivialize them. It' s time we leave puzzles behind.