Learning is “hard”! Tools to engage students in challenging course concepts

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November 20, 2024, 1-2p, Zoom
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xTalks
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Faculty
MIT Community

Want to get students more engaged? Learn how two different tools—Canvas Discussions and generative AI—create opportunities to revisit course concepts with students. 

  • Analia Barrantes, instructor of physics, will share how Canvas Discussions engage students in readings and give insight into what concepts students find difficult. 
  • Shams El-Adawy, postdoctoral associate in physics, will share how generative AI can be used for formative feedback. 

Attendees are welcome to participate in Q&A, and share their experience. 

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