Alternative Title
Smarter, Not Harder: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cognitive Offloading in Teaching and Learning
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
Seminole A
Start Date
28-5-2025 1:30 PM
End Date
28-5-2025 1:55 PM
Publisher
University of Central Florida Libraries
Keywords:
Cognitive load; AI tools; Task automation; Personalized learning; Digital literacy
Subjects
Artificial intelligence--Educational applications; Artificial intelligence--Study and teaching; Learning and scholarship--Technological innovations; Education, Higher--Automation; Technological innovations--Study and teaching
Description
This interactive session examines the role of AI-powered EdTech tools in managing cognitive load for faculty and students, focusing on when cognitive offloading enhances teaching and learning. The session begins with a brief introduction to cognitive offloading and examples of AI tools that support task automation, resource organization, and personalized learning. Participants will then engage in a facilitated discussion to share insights and experiences, explore best practices for leveraging AI effectively, and address potential challenges such as over-reliance on technology or digital literacy gaps. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies for integrating AI to optimize productivity, focus, and engagement.
Language
eng
Type
Presentation
Format
application/pdf
Rights Statement
All Rights Reserved
Audience
Faculty, Students, Instructional designers
Recommended Citation
Niles, Gloria, "Smarter, Not Harder: Harnessing AI for Cognitive Offloading in Teaching and Learning" (2025). Teaching and Learning with AI Conference Presentations. 18.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/teachwithai/2025/wednesday/18
Smarter, Not Harder: Harnessing AI for Cognitive Offloading in Teaching and Learning
Seminole A
This interactive session examines the role of AI-powered EdTech tools in managing cognitive load for faculty and students, focusing on when cognitive offloading enhances teaching and learning. The session begins with a brief introduction to cognitive offloading and examples of AI tools that support task automation, resource organization, and personalized learning. Participants will then engage in a facilitated discussion to share insights and experiences, explore best practices for leveraging AI effectively, and address potential challenges such as over-reliance on technology or digital literacy gaps. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies for integrating AI to optimize productivity, focus, and engagement.
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