The University of Iowa is required to verify, during the semester, that students receiving federal financial aid are actively participating in their courses per federal financial aid regulations. Verifying a student’s academic engagement will determine whether a student must repay a portion of their federal financial aid (grants and loans).

How can University of Iowa faculty most effectively respond to AI in the classroom? Here are a few steps and tips to guide instructors as we approach the fall 2023 semester.

As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly evolves, it has potential to significantly impact many academic activities at the University of Iowa. A new committee will assess and provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students about opportunities and challenges of AI in the academic setting.

To advance the UI’s strategic plan goal of excellence in teaching and learning, the university is transitioning the administrative home of the Center for Teaching from the Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology (OTLT) in Information Technology Services back to the Office of the Provost.