The Problem with Puzzles: Using Problem-Based Learning to Redesign Assignments for the Age of AI
Location
Gold Coast I/II
Start Date
29-5-2025 2:45 PM
End Date
29-5-2025 3:10 PM
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.
Recommended Citation
Bostian, Jackson and Corvette, Michelle, "The Problem with Puzzles: Using Problem-Based Learning to Redesign Assignments for the Age of AI" (2025). Teaching and Learning with AI Conference Presentations. 81.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/teachwithai/2025/thursday/81
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.