AID 1080 Intro to Ai & Digital Literacy
Course Syllabus
Course Information
AID 1080 Intro to Ai & Digital Literacy
Course Description
This course introduces fundamental concepts and applications of artificial intelligence (AI).
Students will explore topics including digital literacy, information literacy, data privacy, algorithmic
bias, ethics, and safety when using AI tools and other technologies. By the end of the course,
students will be prepared to ethically engage with AI and other technologies in academic and
professional settings and demonstrate foundational AI literacy and a critical perspective on the
opportunities and challenges AI presents in society.
Required Textbook(s)
There are no required textbook(s) for this course.
Note: Required readings will be provided in the Canvas course. A textbook purchase is not
required for this course.
Recommended Textbook(s)
There are no recommended textbook(s) for this course.
Additional Information
Student Links and Resources
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the Galen website or Student Self Service.
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Web-Enhanced
Access
Courses are augmented on the web utilizing the Canvas Learning
Management System. On the first day of class, students will be
oriented to the learning system. Students will access the course
syllabus and content through this network. This network will also
provide access to student course grades, a means to submit
assignments, and handouts the faculty may post for you.
Online Students
Online Classroom Access:
All Galen online courses use the Canvas learning management system to provide access to our
online courses. The Galen Canvas website can be located here Galen College Canvas.
Online Faculty Commitment:
Online faculty share the same commitment and dedication to student success as our on ground
faculty. They must meet the same standards of preparation and educational experience as their
on-ground counterparts. Online faculty are required to respond to distance education students’
requests withing twenty-four (24) business hours.
General Education Competencies (GECs)
- Social Competence – Learners will demonstrate an understanding of philosophies that
represent the current social, emotional, and behavioral attributes of society and
individuals. - Communication – Learners will demonstrate an understanding of the views of others and
communicate in a professional manner. - Critical Thinking – Learners will demonstrate the ability to draw conclusions based on
evidence and consider prior knowledge, context, and perspectives in predicting
implications or consequences. - Information Literacy – Learners will demonstrate the ability to identify, evaluate, and
apply information to accomplish a specific purpose. - Quantitative Literacy – Learners will demonstrate the ability to report, calculate, and
analyze quantitative data. - Scientific Literacy – Learners will gain the ability to read with understanding scientific
content and engage in a dialogue about scientific issues.
Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs) - Examine core concepts and techniques in AI. (GEC 2, 3, 4)
- Analyze ethical considerations of AI use. (GEC 1, 2, 3, 4)
- Recognize the societal impacts of AI. (GEC 1, 3)
- Identify practical applications of AI, digital, and information literacy in personal,
academic, and professional settings. (GEC 1, 2, 3, 4)
Course Requirements
Achieve a minimum cumulative course average of 74%
Final Course Grade Determination & Exam/Assignment Schedule
[Online students may locate the Exam & Assignment schedule in Canvas.]
Written
Assignments
Weight Unit/Week Due Due Date
AI, Digital, and
Information Literacy
Initial SelfAssessment
5% 1 Day 7, 11:59 p.m. ET
AI and Information
Literacy
10% 3 Day 7, 11:59 p.m. ET
Case Study 1 – AI
and Ethics
15% 5 Day 7, 11:59 p.m. ET
Case Study 2 – AI in
Professional Settings
15% 7 Day 7, 11:59 p.m. ET
Applying AI to Your
Academic Work
20% 8 Day 7, 11:59 p.m. ET
AI, Digital, and
Information Literacy
Reassessment
5% 10 Day 7, 11:59 p.m. ET
Weekly
Discussions*
30% Weekly Weekly
Total 100%
Final Course Grade Determination & Exam/Assignment Schedule
Learners must achieve a minimum cumulative grade of 74% to meet the requirements and
pass the course.
*Discussion is defined as written online postings in an online course.
Academic Policies
Please see the Student Catalog for academic policies related to grading, attendance,
assignments, academic integrity, 504 accommodations, etc.
Disability Accommodations
Galen will make academic adjustments and provide auxiliary aids and services deemed
necessary and appropriate to facilitate enrollment and participation of qualified individuals with
disabilities. Any student who wishes to request disability accommodations should contact one of
Galen’s Title IX Coordinators. Information regarding disability accommodations can be found in
the Student Catalog published on the College website, as well as the Accessibility and
Accommodations page of the website.
Grading Scale
Grade Explanation Quality Quality Points
A+ 98.00-100
Excellent
4
A 95.00-97.99 4
A- 92.00-94.99 3.7
B+ 89.00-91.99 3.3
B 86.00-88.99
Good
3
B- 83.00-85.99 2.7
C+ 79.00-82.99 2.3
C 74.00-78.99 Average 2
F Below 74 Failing 0
S Satisfactory
U Unsatisfactory
Audit Audit
I Incomplete
W Withdrawn
WP Withdrawn Passing
WF Withdrawn Failing Failed 0
T Transferred
DP Dismissed Passing
DF Dismissed Failing Failed 0
- Students must earn a grade of at least 74.00 to pass each course.
** Grades of WF or DF will be considered when computing GPA.
Grading Scale Matrix
Late Assignment Policy
Late Written Assignment Policy
All assignments are expected to be submitted by the due date. It is the student’s responsibility to
verify the accuracy of the submission, including the draft version and writing on assigned topics (if
applicable). Late assignments will result in a penalty of 25% per day past the due date.
Extenuating circumstances will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. Once an assignment has
been graded, resubmissions for a higher grade are not allowed. Documentation must be
submitted to the Makeup Request Form within 48 hours of the due date. The targeted response
time for approval/denial is 48 business hours. No assignments will be accepted after the official
term end date.
Weekly Discussion/Reflection Policy
Weekly discussions/reflections will be graded for lateness according to the rubric and
instructions. No late submissions are accepted. Extenuating circumstances will be addressed on
a case-by-case basis. Documentation must be submitted to the Makeup Request Form within 48
hours of the due date. The targeted response time for approval/denial is 48 business hours.
Makeup Exam/Quiz Policy
Make-up Exam/Quiz Policy:
Students are expected to take all exams and quizzes as scheduled. A student who will be late for
or misses an exam or quiz is expected to notify faculty in advance. Make-up quizzes and exams
may be offered for those with extenuating circumstances. The make-up exam or quiz may be
different in format from the originally administered version. The decision to offer a make-up exam
or quiz will be at the discretion of the Arts & Science leadership in collaboration with the course
faculty member. Documentation must be submitted to the Makeup Request Form within 48 hours
of the missed exam or quiz date. Make-up quizzes or exams are to be completed within seven
days of the original due date.
Extenuating Circumstances
Extenuating circumstances as defined in the Student Catalog include:
- Military obligations
- Jury duty
- Hospitalization
- Death of a significant person in students’ life
Course/Faculty Evaluation
As part of Galen’s continued effort to offer courses of the highest quality and effectiveness,
students will have the opportunity to evaluate this course as well as provide feedback on course
faculty. Evaluations will be distributed to students prior to the end of the term. All evaluations are
completely confidential and anonymous.
Topical Outline – Week One
Unit 1 — AI and Technologies Essential for Academic and Professional Settings
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
1.1 Describe common AI terminology and how AI has evolved over time. (CSLO 1)
1.2 Identify types of artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies essential for academic
and professional settings. (CSLO 4)
1.3 Discuss public perception and the reality of AI. (CSLO 3)
1.4 Examine strengths and areas for improvement related to AI, digital, and information
literacy. (CSLOs 1-4)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
AI Terms and Evolution (USLO 1.1)
Common AI terms and definitions
Artificial intelligence (AI)
Neural network(s)
Machine learning
Deep learning
Large language models (LLM)
Generative AI
Chatbot
History and milestones
Rapidly evolving technology
Types of AI (USLO 1.2)
Based on capabilities
Artificial narrow intelligence (ANI)
Artificial general intelligence (AGI)
Artificial super intelligence (ASI)
Based on functionalities
Complete the Unit 1
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
1 Discussion.
Submit the AI, Digital,
and Information
Literacy Initial SelfAssessment.
Unit 1 Topical Outline
Reactive machines
Limited memory
Theory of mind
Self-aware AI
Based on uses
Predictive
Generative
Assistant
Diagnostic
Technologies for Academic and Professional Settings (USLO
1.2)
Galen student portal
Canvas LMS
Academic Writer
Galen Library
Microsoft 365
OneDrive
Excel
PowerPoint
Word
Perceptions of AI (USLO 1.3)
Public perception surrounding AI
Reality of AI
Strengths and Areas for Improvement (USLO 1.4)
AI, Digital, and Information Literacy Initial SelfAssessment
Topical Outline – Week Two
Unit 2 — Digital and Information Literacy
Unit 2 Topical Outline
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
2.1 Apply strategies to support digital literacy and technical skills. (CSLO 4)
2.2 Implement information literacy skills to identify, retrieve, and cite credible scholarly and
professional sources. (CSLO 4)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
Digital Literacy and Technical Skills (USLO 2.1)
Accessing technical support resources
Prompting Google and AI to support digital literacy and
technical skills
Uploading and working with files in OneDrive
Cloud storage
Sharing and collaborating for group work
Utilizing Microsoft 365 programs for academic and
professional deliverables
Excel (.xls, .xlsx)
PowerPoint (.ppt, .pptx)
Word (.doc, .docx)
Information Literacy Skills (USLO 2.2)
Discerning scholarly and professional sources
Articles from scholarly journals
Acceptable internet sources
Government departments (.gov)
Authoritative organizations (.org)
Colleges and universities (.edu)
Avoiding plagiarism and TurnItIn
Searching the Galen Library
Search strategies
Result list filters
Permalinks and download options
Formatting APA in-text citations and references
Assessing credibility indicators (CRAAP criteria)
Currency
Complete the Unit 2
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
2 Discussion.
Relevance
Authority
Accuracy
Purpose
Topical Outline – Week Three
Unit 3 — AI Generated Content: Evaluation
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
3.1 Examine the purpose of critically evaluating AI-generated content. (CSLO 1)
3.2 Recognize the purpose of ethical safeguards. (CSLO 2)
3.3 Apply strategies to craft effective AI prompts. (CSLO 1)
3.4 Analyze AI responses for credibility indicators. (CSLO 4)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
Purpose of Critically Evaluating AI-Generated Content
(USLO 3.1)
When and when not to integrate AI
Human-in-the-loop
Evaluating evidence for communication and research
Purpose of Ethical Safeguards (USLO 3.2)
Best practices
Transparency
Consent
Public input on policy
Effective AI Prompts (USLO 3.3)
Crafting effective prompts
Identifying goals, inputs, and limitations
Tools and strategies to optimize AI responses
Analyzing AI Responses (USLO 3.4)
Complete the Unit 3
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
3 Discussion.
Submit the AI and
Information Literacy
assignment.
Unit 3 Topical Outline
AI and Information Literacy assignment
Topical Outline – Week Four
Unit 4 — Ethics and Guidelines in AI
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
4.1 Discuss explainability and accountability in the context of AI. (CSLO 2)
4.2 Examine current issues and ethical solutions associated with AI and data collection.
(CSLO 2)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
Explainability and Accountability (USLO 4.1)
Terms and definitions
Context of AI
Issues and Ethical Solutions (USLO 4.2)
Current issues
Transparency
Bias
Privacy
Consent
Surveillance
Oversight
Compliance
Best practices and core ethical principles
Beneficence
Justice
Autonomy
Honesty
Trust
Fairness
Complete the Unit 4
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
4 Discussion.
Unit 4 Topical Outline
Respect
Responsibility
Courage
Case studies
Apple Card (gender bias in creditworthiness)
Bias in AI for predictive medical algorithms
Amazon Alexa and children’s privacy violations
Topical Outline – Week Five
Unit 5 — Academic Integrity and AI
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
5.1 Analyze academic integrity and ethical principles in the context of AI-assisted work.
(CSLO 2)
5.2 Differentiate acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in an academic setting. (CSLO 2)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
Academic Integrity and Ethical Principles (USLO 5.1)
Term and definition
Related ethical core principles
Trust
Fairness
Respect
Responsibility
Courage
Context of AI-assisted work
Case Study 1 – AI and Ethics assignment
Acceptable and Unacceptable Uses of AI in an Academic
Setting (USLO 5.2)
Acceptable uses
Generating ideas for assignments or projects
Complete the Unit 5
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
5 Discussion.
Submit the Case Study
1 – AI and Ethics
assignment.
Unit 5 Topical Outline
Rephrasing general content
Proofreading written work for grammar or clarity
APA formatting support
Outlining or organizing academic writing (must
by revised in the student’s own words)
Language support
Note-taking
Tutoring and preparing for exams
Time management support
Unacceptable uses
Submitting AI-generated work as student’s own
without disclosure and proper citation
Prompting AI to complete exams, assignments,
discussions, or clinical work
Creating clinical notes or personal reflections by
entering patient information
Generating care plans, SOAP notes,
documentation, or analysis related to clinical
experience
Entering student names, grades, or private
educational data into AI
Automating communication with faculty,
advisors, or college staff
Fabricating references, sources, or data using
AI tools
Topical Outline – Week Six
Unit 6 — Data Privacy and Safety
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
Responsible Internet and AI Use (USLO 6.1)
Strategies to uphold data privacy and safety
Complete the Unit 6
activities and required
Unit 6 Topical Outline
Strong passwords
Phishing, malware, and ransomware awareness
Safe browsing habits
Social media and digital responsibility
Data collection on social media platforms
Managing privacy settings
Digital reputation, professionalism, and personal
accountability
AI Use and Management of Electronic Data (USLO 6.2)
Privacy
Confidentiality
Security
Integrity
Minimizing Threats to the Privacy and Security of Information
in the Professional Setting (USLO 6.3)
HIPAA
Data privacy of protected health information
(PHI)
Examples of violations
Role of the healthcare provider and ethical AI use in
data privacy and safety
Informed consent
Accountability in AI-supported decisions
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
6 Discussion.
Topical Outline – Week Seven
Unit 7 — AI Applications in Personal and Professional Settings
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
AI in Personal Life (USLO 7.1)
Complete the Unit 7
Unit 7 Topical Outline
Recommendation systems
Netflix
Amazon
TikTok
Virtual assistants
Alexa
Siri
ChatGPT
Predictive text and personalization
Smartphones, navigation apps, and social media
platforms
AI in Professional Settings (USLO 7.2)
Current and emerging AI technologies
GPT
DALL-E
Self-driving vehicles
Case Study 2 – AI in Professional Settings assignment
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
7 Discussion.
Submit the Case Study
2 – AI in Professional
Settings assignment.
Topical Outline – Week Eight
Unit 8
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
8.1 Utilize AI to support personalized learning and academic tasks. (CSLO 4)
8.2 Recognize how AI can support accessibility and inclusive learning. (CSLO 4)
8.3 Apply critical thinking skills when integrating AI in academic work. (CSLO 4)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
AI and Personalized Learning (USLO 8.1)
AI as a tutor, coach, or study assistant
Simplifying complex concepts
Asking for examples or key points
Finding resources to support written assignments
Complete the Unit 8
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
8 Discussion.
Unit 8 Topical Outline
Preparing for exams
Creating timelines and study plans
Applying AI to Your Academics assignment
AI, Accessibility, and Inclusive Learning (USLO 8.2)
Role of AI in supporting students with disabilities and
diverse learning needs
Text-to-speech, speech-to-text, and closed captioning
Translation, proofreading, and grammar checking
Sign language and transcription tools
Critical Thinking Skills and AI (USLO 8.3)
Using AI for initial research and planning – not for final
decision-making
Reviewing for misinformation or hallucinated facts
Verifying sources and credibility indicators (CRAAP
Criteria)
Submit the Applying AI
to Your Academic Work
assignment.
Topical Outline – Week Nine
Unit 9 — AI – Benefits and Risks
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
9.1 Analyze benefits and risks associated with integrating AI across academic and
professional settings. (CSLO 3)
9.2 Summarize potential impacts on society of widespread AI integration across academic
and professional settings. (CSLO 3)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
Benefits and Risks Across Academic and Professional
Settings (USLO 9.1)
Benefits
AI as a writing and brainstorming tool
Personalized learning and critical thinking
Adaptive learning and tailored feedback
Complete the Unit 9
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
9 Discussion.
Unit 9 Topical Outline
Support for non-native speakers
Confidence-building and tutoring
Improved efficiency and productivity in academic
and professional work
Risks and pitfalls
Academic integrity
Data security
Ethical issues
Deepfakes and misinformation
Hallucinations
Diminished learning opportunities
Impacts on Society (USLO 9.2)
Improved efficiency and productivity
Enhanced accessibility and inclusion
Data-driven decision-making
Job displacement and economic disruption
Bias and discrimination
Increased surveillance and loss of privacy
Topical Outline – Week Ten
Unit 10 — Human-Centered AI
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
10.1 Summarize potential impacts on people and communities of widespread AI
integration. (CSLO 3)
10.2 Recognize the significance of human agency, ethics, and sustainability in the face of
widespread AI integration. (CSLO 3)
10.3 Examine personal growth in relation to AI, digital, and information literacy skills.
(CSLOs 1-4)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
Impacts on People and Communities (USLO 10.1)
Complete the Unit 10
Unit 10 Topical Outline
Societal impact and responsibility
Human Agency, Ethics, and Sustainability (USLO 10.2)
Defining human-centered AI
Designing for human advancement
Elevating transparency, accountability, and inclusion
Respecting human autonomy
Personal Growth in Relation to AI, Digital, and Information
Literacy Skills (USLO 10.3)
AI, Digital, and Information Literacy Reassessment
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
10 Discussion.
Submit the AI, Digital,
and Information
Literacy
Reassessment.
Topical Outline – Week Eleven
Unit 11 — Emerging Trends in AI Technologies
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
11.1 Examine how AI systems are becoming increasingly embedded in a global context.
(CSLO 3)
11.2 Identify emerging trends in AI technologies. (CSLO 1)
11.3 Examine personal strategies for continuous learning, adaptability, and resilience in
response to rapid technological change. (CSLO 1)
11.4 Recognize the significance of digital citizenship and ethical responsibility as a lifelong
practice. (CSLO 2)
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
AI Systems in a Global Context (USLO 11.1)
How AI systems are expanding globally
Associated demands and costs
Energy demands of training large language
models
Resource extraction (rare earth metals for chips
and devices)
Electronic waste and challenges of sustainable
disposal
Complete the Unit 11
activities and required
readings provided in
the Canvas course.
Contribute to the Week
11 Discussion.
Unit 11 Topical Outline
Water usage in cooling data centers
Emerging Trends in AI Technologies (USLO 11.2)
AI in robotics and automation
AI and quantum computing
AI agents
Workforce transformation
AI copilots in various professional fields
Lifelong human-AI collaboration
Policy and governance
Continuous Learning, Adaptability, and Resilience (USLO
11.3)
Growth mindset
Adapting to uncertainty
Building digital fluency
Digital Citizenship and Ethical Responsibility (USLO 11.4)
Defining digital citizenship
Ethical responsibility in relation to AI implementation
and collaboration
Predictive systems and unintended
consequences
AI and global equity
Topical Outline – Week Twelve
Unit 12
Unit Student Learning Outcomes (USLOs)
12.1 Discuss how your AI, digital, and information literacy skills improved and how you
achieved select course student learning outcomes (CSLOs).
Content
Required Reading and
Learning Activities
Unit 12 Topical Outline
Course Summation (USLO 12.1) Contribute to the Week
12 Reflection: Course
Wrap-Up.
Weekly Discussion Guidelines
Weekly Discussion Guidelines (Weeks 1-11)
As part of your learning experience, active participation in discussions is essential. An important
part of the final grade will be based on your participation. You will be evaluated on the quality and
quantity of your participation in the discussion forum corresponding to the grading rubric.
To meet the minimum participation requirements, you will post on three days during the week.
For the first post (initial post), select one of the discussion prompts to answer. It is due by 11:59
p.m. Eastern Time on day four of the week. To address the chosen prompt fully, you will refer to
the topical outline of the course syllabus that corresponds with the prompt you select. This will
help demonstrate your understanding of the content while providing a thorough and detailed
discussion post. Initial posts must include at least one APA 7th edition style in-text citation and full
matching references of an appropriate reading to support your responses.
Once you make the initial post, you will see other people’s posts. You will then post responses on
at least two additional days. The response posts are due by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on day
seven of the week.
The initial post and response posts should be in your own words and demonstrate critical
thinking, analysis, and the expected level of knowledge. They should be more than a few
sentences. They should be in complete sentences and paragraph form. You should not have
bullet points as they are not in complete sentences or paragraph form. Copy-pasting from outside
sources may result in zero.
Weekly Discussion Grading Rubric
Grading Rubric
ACHIEVEMENT LEVEL
Criteria
Achievement
Level 5
Achievement
Level 4
Achievement
Level 3
Achievement
Level 2
Achievement
Level 1
Initial Post:
Timeliness
Initial post
completed by
Initial post
completed on
No initial post
was
Weekly Discussion Guidelines (Weeks 1-11)
Day 4.
10 points
Day 5 or 6.
5 points
submitted, or
the initial post
was submitted
on Day 7.
0 points
Initial Post:
Completeness
of Discussion
Prompt
Submitted a
complete initial
post that
addressed all
elements of
the question
prompt(s),
demonstrated
critical
thinking, and
applied
relevant
topical
knowledge
from unit
content.
25 points
Submitted an
incomplete
post. Minor
issues with
elements.
20 points
Submitted an
incomplete
post. Multiple
missing
elements.
15 points
Submitted an
incomplete
post.
Significant
missing
elements.
10 points
Initial post
was blank or
no initial post
was
submitted.
0 points
Response
Posts:
Frequency
Posted at least
two response
posts to peers
or faculty on
two separate
days in
addition to the
initial post day.
10 points
Posted two
response
posts to peers
or faculty on
one separate
day in
addition to the
initial post
day.
7 points
Posted two
response
posts to peers
or faculty on
the same day
as the initial
post or posted
one response
post on one
separate day
in addition to
the initial post
day.
5 points
Posted one
response post
to a peer or
faculty on the
same day as
the initial post.
2 points
Posted one
response post
to a peer or
faculty on the
same day as
the initial post.
0 points
Response
Posts:
Discussion
2 substantive
response
posts
submitted that
2 somewhat
substantive
response
posts
1 substantive
response post
that
demonstrates
2 response
posts that
were not
substantive or
0 substantive
response
posts.
0 points
Board
Engagement
demonstrate
critical thinking
to drive
forward the
discussion.
30 points
submitted that
partly
demonstrate
critical
thinking to
drive forward
the
discussion.
22 points
critical
thinking and
drives forward
the
discussion.
15 points
did not drive
forward the
discussion.
10 points
Written
Communication
Posts contain
proper spelling
and grammar.
The content is
organized and
the flow is
logical and
clear, including
the use of
professional
language.
10 points
Posts contain
minor issues
with grammar,
spelling, and
professional
language.
7 points
Posts contain
multiple
issues with
grammar,
spelling, and
professional
language.
4 points
No discussion
post
submitted, or
posts contain
significant
errors related
to grammar,
spelling,
organization,
and/or
professional
language and
writing.
0 points
APA All sources
include
properly
formatted APA
7 in-text
citation(s) and
full
reference(s).
No APA style
errors.
15 points
Included intext citation
and full
reference with
all sources.
APA 7 style
contains
minor issues.
10 points
Included intext citation
and full
reference with
all sources.
APA 7 style
contains
multiple
issues.
5 points
No attempt
made to
include an intext citation or
full reference,
or no posts
were
submitted.
0 points
Weekly Reflection Guidelines
Week 12 Reflection: Course Wrap-Up
For this final reflection, respond to the following items in your initial post. Peer responses are not
required for this abbreviated final week.
Consulting your Unit 10 AI, Digital, and Information Literacy Reassessment, reflect on how
your AI, digital, and information literacy skills improved from the start of the course. Which
skills do you feel you advanced over the span of the course?
Select one of the course student learning outcomes (CSLOs) and explain how you
achieved that outcome through specific presentations, assignments, and discussions you
completed in the course. - CSLO 1 Examine core concepts and techniques in AI.
- CSLO 2 Analyze ethical considerations of AI use.
- CSLO 3 Recognize the societal impacts of AI.
- CSLO 4 Identify practical applications of AI, digital, and information literacy in
personal, academic, and professional settings.
Weekly Reflection Grading Rubric
Grading Rubric
ACHIEVEMENT LEVEL
Criteria
Achievement
Level 4
Achievement
Level 3
Achievement
Level 2
Achievement
Level 1
Reflection Post
Submission
Reflection post
submitted by Day
2.
5 points
Reflection post is
not submitted.
0 points
Reflection
Response –
Fully addressed
both prompts
Both prompts are
fully addressed.
85 points
Both prompts are
mostly
addressed;
additional detail
could improve
response.
65 points
Only one prompt
is fully
addressed.
40 points
No reflection
response was
made.
0 points
Language is
appropriate,
without
grammatical
All language is
appropriate and
no grammatical
errors found.
10 points
Few grammatical
errors but does
not take away
from the
Significant
grammatical
errors found, or
no reflection post
Weekly Reflection Grading Rubric
errors of
informal English
reflection post.
5 points
was made.
0 points
Unit 1 Assignment – AI, Digital, and Information Literacy Initial SelfAssessment
Purpose
This assignment allows you to self-assess your awareness and understanding of artificial
intelligence (AI), digital, and information literacy skills. In Unit 10, you will retake the assessment.
In Unit 12, you will reflect on the difference between your Unit 1 Assessment and Unit 10
Reassessment scores and how the unit(s) content contributed to the difference.
Before beginning this assignment, view its Assignment Guide in the Unit 1 module for detailed
guidance on working with an Excel spreadsheet and completing the assignment. (USLO 1.4)
Instructions
Complete the AI, Digital, and Information Literacy Self-Assessment and submit it to the
assignment dropbox. This submission will be scored as a 100 for completion ranging to a 0 for
incompletion. - Download and open the AI, Digital, and Information Literacy Self-Assessment spreadsheet.
a. Click on the link to download the spreadsheet: AI, Digital, and Information Literacy
Self-Assessment spreadsheet (linked in Canvas).
b. If you are using the Google Chrome browser (which is the recommended browser for
navigating your online courses in the Canvas LMS), the spreadsheet will
automatically download to your Downloads folder.
c. Navigate to your Downloads folder and double-click the file to open it in Microsoft
Excel. - Complete the AI, Digital, and Information Literacy Self-Assessment tool.
a. Record the number that most accurately reflects your perception in the cell to the
right of the skill in the ‘Complete at Course Beginning’ column. - Save the completed spreadsheet.
a. Note that the spreadsheet should automatically save as an Excel file (.xls or .xlsx). - Submit the completed Excel file to the assignment dropbox in Canvas.
a. To submit the file, click on Start Assignment at the top right of the screen.
b. Click on Upload File.
c. Once the file has uploaded, click Submit Assignment.
Unit 3 Assignment – AI and Information Literacy
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to effectively communicate with AI tools and critically evaluate
AI responses. You will practice your information literacy and AI search skills in this assignment.
You will select one of the provided AI prompts and submit it to its assigned tool. You will then
evaluate whether the information and sources provided by the AI tool meet the CRAAP criteria
(currency, relevance, authority, accuracy, and purpose).
Before beginning this assignment, view its Assignment Guide in the Unit 3 module for detailed
guidance on completing this assignment including downloading and completing an assignment
template in Microsoft Word, crafting and submitting AI prompts, and evaluating credibility
indicators (CRAAP criteria). (USLOs 2.2, 3.3, 3.4)
Instructions - Download and open the AI and Information Literacy template.
a. Click on the link to download the template: AI and Information Literacy template
(linked in Canvas).
b. If you are using the Google Chrome browser (which is the recommended browser for
navigating your online courses in the Canvas LMS), the template will automatically
download to your Downloads folder.
c. Navigate to your Downloads folder and double-click the file to open it in Microsoft
Word. - Select one of the provided AI prompts and follow the steps in the template to provide the
following items:
a. Initial AI prompt and tool
b. AI’s response and reference(s) to the initial prompt
c. Analysis of credibility indicators (CRAAP criteria)
d. Follow-up AI prompt and tool
e. Reflection on follow-up prompt - Save the completed template; it should automatically save as a Word file (.doc or.docx).
- Submit the completed Word file to the assignment dropbox in Canvas.
Grading Rubric
Achievement Level
Criteria
Achievement
Level 4
Achievement
Level 3
Achievement
Level 2
Achievement
Level 1
Initial AI Prompt
and Tool
Identifies
one of the
provided
initial
prompts
Identifies a
relevant AI
tool
Student includes
both required
components.
5 points
Student includes
both required
components with
some missing
information.
3 points
Student includes
1 of 2 required
components.
2 points
Student does not
include required
components.
Student did not
select one of the
provided
prompts. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
AI Response and
Reference(s) for
Initial Prompt
Includes full
AI response
from the
initial prompt
Includes
reference(s)
AI tool
provided in
its response
Student includes
both required
components.
10 points
Student includes
both required
components with
some missing
information.
7 points
Student includes
1 of 2 required
components.
4 points
Student does not
include required
components. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Currency Student
accurately
describes the
currency of the
information
based on the
provided
prompts.
10 points
Student
somewhat
accurately
describes the
currency of the
information based
on the provided
prompts.
7 points
Student’s
description of the
information’s
currency is
somewhat
lacking in detail
or accuracy.
4 points
Student does not
accurately
describe the
information’s
currency. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
AI and Information Literacy Grading Rubric
Relevance Student
accurately
describes the
relevance of the
information
based on the
provided
prompts.
10 points
Student
somewhat
accurately
describes the
relevance of the
information based
on the provided
prompts.
7 points
Student’s
description of the
information’s
relevance is
somewhat
lacking in detail
or accuracy.
4 points
Student does not
accurately
describe the
information’s
relevance. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Authority Student
accurately
describes the
authority of the
information
based on the
provided
prompts.
10 points
Student
somewhat
accurately
describes the
authority of the
information based
on the provided
prompts.
7 points
Student’s
description of the
information’s
authority is
somewhat
lacking in detail
or accuracy.
4 points
Student does not
accurately
describe the
information’s
authority. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Accuracy Student
accurately
describes the
accuracy of the
information
based on the
provided
prompts.
10 points
Student
somewhat
accurately
describes the
accuracy of the
information based
on the provided
prompts.
7 points
Student’s
description of the
information’s
accuracy is
somewhat
lacking in detail
or accuracy.
4 points
Student does not
accurately
describe the
information’s
accuracy. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Purpose Student
accurately
describes the
purpose of the
information
based on the
provided
prompts.
10 points
Student
somewhat
accurately
describes the
purpose of the
information based
on the provided
prompts.
7 points
Student’s
description of the
information’s
purpose is
somewhat
lacking in detail
or accuracy.
4 points
Student does not
accurately
describe the
information’s
purpose. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Overall
Credibility
Student
accurately
reflects on the
credibility of the
Student
somewhat
accurately
reflects on the
Student’s
reflection on the
credibility of the
AI response is
Student does not
accurately reflect
on the credibility
of the AI
AI response
based on the
provided
prompts.
10 points
credibility of the
AI response
based on the
provided prompts.
7 points
somewhat
lacking in detail
or accuracy.
4 points
response. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Follow-Up AI
Prompt and Tool
Identifies a
relevant
follow-up
prompt
Identifies a
relevant AI
tool
Student includes
both required
components.
10 points
Student includes
both required
components with
some missing
information.
7 points
Student includes
1 of 2 required
components.
5 points
Student does not
include required
components. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Reflection on
Follow-Up
Prompt
Explains the
goal of the
follow-up
prompt
Discusses
how one or
both
prompts
could be
helpful in
academic,
professional,
or personal
lif
Reflection fully
meets both
required criteria.
10 points
Reflection
partially meets
both required
criteria.
7 points
Reflection meets
1 of the 2
required criteria.
5 points
Reflection does
not meet
required criteria.
Or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Grammar,
Spelling, and
Mechanics
Responses
include proper
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
5 points
Responses
include only
minor errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
Responses
include multiple
errors related to
spelling,
grammar, and
Responses
include
significant errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
3 points
mechanics.
2 points
mechanics. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Unit 5 Assignment – Case Study 1 – AI and Ethics
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to discuss strategies to mitigate AI from amplifying existing
social biases. You will choose one of the provided scenarios and make decisions related to AI
and ethics. You will explain your decisions in an academic paper (2-3 pages) formatted according
to 7th edition APA guidelines and support your stances with a minimum of two scholarly or
professional sources (references and in-text citations required).
Before beginning this assignment, view its Assignment Guide in the Unit 5 module for detailed
guidance on how to work with the academic APA-formatted paper template and other essential
skills for completing this assignment. (USLO 5.1)
Instructions
Write an academic paper responding to your selected case study and submit it to the Canvas
assignment dropbox by completing the following steps: - Select one of the scenarios (linked in Canvas).
- Download the Academic APA 7th Edition Galen Student Paper template (Word document)
(linked in Canvas) to use as the foundation for your work. - Working with the Word template, write an APA-formatted academic paper (2-3 pages in
length excluding the title page and references page) that includes the following
components in your own words:
a. Introduction (1 paragraph)
i. State which scenario you selected.
ii. Provide a brief summary of the scenario.
iii. Explain why analyzing the selected scenario may be helpful to you in your own
personal, academic, or professional journey.
b. Core Ethical Dilemmas and Principles (1 paragraph)
i. Describe the key ethical dilemma(s) presented in your chosen scenario.
ii. Explain how at least 2 core ethical principles (e.g., beneficence, justice,
autonomy, honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility, courage) are
challenged in this scenario.
c. AI’s Impact and Potential for Harm (1 paragraph)
i. Describe how the AI system or its application in your chosen scenario impacts
people.
ii. Explain how the scenario highlights specific ethical issues such as bias,
threats to privacy, concerns about surveillance, or the erosion of human dignity
and autonomy.
d. Human Judgment, Oversight, and Advocacy (1 paragraph)
i. Describe the interaction between human judgment (e.g., academic integrity,
compassionate care, critical thinking and decision-making) and AI response in
your chosen scenario.
ii. Explain why it is important in this scenario to take ethical responsibility to
navigate potential conflicts between AI responses and human-centered
needs.
e. Ethical Solutions (1 paragraph)
i. Describe at least one ethical solution you would apply to your chosen
scenario.
ii. Explain how this solution aims to resolve the ethical dilemma you identified.
iii. Explain how this solution applies core ethical principles.
f. Conclusion (1 paragraph)
i. Summarize the ethical dilemma(s) from your chosen scenario and your
proposed solution.
ii. Reflect on the significance of applying ethical responsibility when engaging
with AI systems. - Support your writing with at least 2 scholarly or professional sources. Course materials or
credible external sources may be used for this requirement. Provide APA-formatted in-text
citations and references for your sources. - Your submission this week will be a Word document (.doc or .docx). Submit the Word
document to the Canvas assignment dropbox.
Grading Rubric
Achievement Level
Criteria
Achievement
Level 4
Achievement
Level 3
Achievement
Level 2
Achievement
Level 1
Introduction Introduction Introductions Introduction Introduction does
Case Study 1 – AI and Ethics Grading Rubric
States which
scenario
student
selected
Provides a
brief
summary of
the scenario
Explains
why
analyzing
the selected
scenario
may be
helpful in
student’s
own
personal,
academic, or
professional
journey
meets all 3
required criteria.
10 points
meets 2 of the 3
required criteria.
7 points
meets 1 of the 3
required criteria.
4 points
not meet
required criteria;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Core Ethical
Dilemmas and
Principles
Describes
the key
ethical
dilemma(s)
presented in
the chosen
scenario
Explains
how at least
2 core
ethical
principles
are
challenged
Core Ethical
Dilemmas
section fully
meets both
required criteria.
15 points
Core Ethical
Dilemmas
section partially
meets both
required criteria;
additional details
are needed to
fully meet
criteria.
11 points
Core Ethical
Dilemmas
section fully
meets 1 of the 2
required criteria.
7 points
Core Ethical
Dilemmas
section does not
meet the
required criteria;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
in this
scenario
(CSLO 2)
AI’s Impact and
Potential for
Harm
Describes
how the AI
system or its
application
in the
chosen
scenario
impacts
people
Explains
how the
scenario
highlights
specific
ethical
issues
(CSLO 3)
AI’s Impact
section fully
meets both
required criteria.
15 points
AI’s Impact
section partially
meets both
required criteria;
additional details
are needed to
fully meet
criteria.
11 points
AI’s Impact
section fully
meets 1 of the 2
required criteria.
7 points
AI’s Impact
section does not
meet the
required criteria;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Human
Judgment,
Oversight, and
Advocacy
Describes
the
interaction
between
human
judgment
and AI
response in
the chosen
scenario
Human
Judgment
section fully
meets both
required criteria.
15 points
Human
Judgment
section partially
meets both
required criteria;
additional details
are needed to
fully meet
criteria.
11 points
Human
Judgment
section fully
meets 1 of the 2
required criteria.
7 points
Human
Judgment
section does not
meet the
required criteria;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Explains
why it is
important in
this scenario
to take
ethical
responsibility
to navigate
potential
conflicts
between AI
responses
and humancentered
needs
(CSLO 3)
Ethical Solutions
Describes at
least one
ethical
solution the
could be
applied to
the chosen
scenario
Explains
how this
solution
aims to
resolve the
ethical
dilemma
Explains
how this
solution
applies core
ethical
principles
(CSLO 2)
Ethical Solutions
section meets all
3 required
criteria.
15 points
Ethical Solutions
section meets 2
of the 3 required
criteria.
10 points
Ethical Solutions
section meets 1
of the 3 required
criteria.
5 points
Ethical Solutions
section does not
meet required
criteria; or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Conclusion
Summarizes
the ethical
dilemma(s)
from the
chosen
scenario and
the student’s
proposed
solution
Reflects on
the
significance
of applying
ethical
responsibility
when using
AI systems
Conclusion fully
meets both
required criteria.
10 points
Conclusion
partially meets
both required
criteria;
additional details
are needed to
fully meet
criteria.
7 points
Conclusion fully
meets 1 of the 2
required criteria.
4 points
Conclusion does
not meet the
required criteria;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Application of
Information
Sources
Student supports
writing with at
least 2
acceptable
professional or
scholarly
sources.
10 points
Student supports
writing with at
least 2 sources,
but only one
meets credibility
indicators to be
considered an
acceptable
professional or
scholarly source.
7 points
Student supports
writing with only
1 professional or
scholarly source.
4 points
Student does not
support writing
with sources;
student identifies
sources, but they
do not meet
credibility
indicators to be
considered
acceptable
professional or
scholarly
sources; or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
APA Formatting
Paper
structure
There are no
errors related to
APA formatting.
5 points
There are
minimal errors
related to APA
APA formatting
has been
attempted, but
there are multiple
APA formatting
has not been
attempted; there
are significant
In-text
citations
References
formatting.
3 points
errors related to
APA formatting.
2 points
errors related to
APA formatting;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Spelling,
Grammar and
Mechanics
Paper includes
proper spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
5 points
Paper includes
only minor errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
3 points
Paper includes
multiple errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
2 points
Paper includes
significant errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics; or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Unit 7 Assignment – Case Study 2 – AI in Professional Settings
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to discuss the application of privacy and safety in AI to
professional settings. You will choose a provided scenario and make decisions related to privacy
and safety. You will explain your decisions in an academic paper (2-3 pages, excluding the title
and reference pages) formatted according to 7th edition APA guidelines and support your stances
with a minimum of two scholarly or professional sources (references and in-text citations
required).
Before beginning this assignment, view its Assignment Guide in the Unit 7 module for detailed
guidance on completing this assignment. (USLO 7.2)
Instructions
Write an academic paper responding to your selected case study and submit it to the Canvas
assignment dropbox by completing the following steps: - Select one of the scenarios (linked in Canvas).
- Download the Academic APA 7th Edition Galen Student Paper template (Word document)
(linked in Canvas) to use as the foundation for your work. - Working with the Word template, write an APA-formatted academic paper (2-3 pages in
length excluding the title page and references page) that includes the following
components in your own words:
a. Introduction (1 paragraph)
i. State which scenario you selected.
ii. Provide a brief summary of the scenario.
iii. Explain why analyzing the selected scenario may be helpful to you in your own
personal, academic, or professional journey.
b. Core Ethical Dilemmas and Principles (1 paragraph)
i. Describe the key ethical dilemma(s) presented in your chosen scenario.
ii. Explain how at least 2 core ethical principles (e.g., beneficence, justice,
autonomy, honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility, courage) are
challenged in this scenario.
c. AI’s Impact and Potential for Harm (1 paragraph)
i. Describe how the AI system or its application in your chosen scenario impacts
people.
ii. Explain how the scenario highlights specific ethical issues such as bias,
threats to privacy, concerns about surveillance, or the erosion of human dignity
and autonomy.
d. Human Judgment, Oversight, and Advocacy (1 paragraph)
i. Describe the interaction between human judgment (e.g., academic integrity,
compassionate care, critical thinking and decision-making) and AI response in
your chosen scenario.
ii. Explain why it is important in this scenario to take ethical responsibility to
navigate potential conflicts between AI responses and human-centered needs.
e. Ethical Solutions (1 paragraph)
i. Describe at least one ethical solution you would apply to your chosen
scenario.
ii. Explain how this solution aims to resolve the ethical dilemma you identified.
iii. Explain how this solution applies core ethical principles.
f. Conclusion (1 paragraph)
i. Summarize the ethical dilemma(s) from your chosen scenario and your
proposed solution.
ii. Reflect on the significance of applying ethical responsibility when engaging
with AI systems. - Support your writing with at least 2 scholarly or professional sources. Course materials or
credible external sources may be used for this requirement. Provide APA-formatted in-text
citations and references for your sources. - Your submission this week will be a Word document (.doc or .docx). Submit the Word
document to the Canvas assignment dropbox.
Grading Rubric
Achievement Level
Criteria
Achievement
Level 4
Achievement
Level 3
Achievement
Level 2
Achievement
Level 1
Introduction
States which
scenario
student
selected
Provides a
brief
summary of
the scenario
Explains
why
analyzing
the selected
scenario
may be
helpful in
student’s
own
personal,
academic, or
professional
journey
Introduction
meets all 3
required criteria.
10 points
Introduction
meets 2 of the 3
required criteria.
7 points
Introduction
meets 1 of the 3
required criteria.
4 points
Introduction does
not meet
required criteria;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Core Ethical
Dilemmas and
Principles
Describes
the key
Core Ethical
Dilemmas
section fully
meets both
required criteria.
15 points
Core Ethical
Dilemmas
section partially
meets both
required criteria;
additional details
Core Ethical
Dilemmas
section fully
meets 1 of the 2
required criteria.
7 points
Core Ethical
Dilemmas
section does not
meet the
required criteria;
or assignment
Case Study 2 – AI in Professional Settings Grading Rubric
ethical
dilemma(s)
presented in
the chosen
scenario
Explains
how at least
2 core
ethical
principles
are
challenged
in this
scenario
are needed to
fully meet
criteria.
11 points
was not
submitted.
0 points
AI’s Impact and
Potential for
Harm
Describes
how the AI
system or its
application
in the
chosen
scenario
impacts
people
Explains
how the
scenario
highlights
specific
ethical
issues
AI’s Impact
section fully
meets both
required criteria.
15 points
AI’s Impact
section partially
meets both
required criteria;
additional details
are needed to
fully meet
criteria.
11 points
AI’s Impact
section fully
meets 1 of the 2
required criteria.
7 points
AI’s Impact
section does not
meet the
required criteria;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Human
Judgment,
Oversight, and
Advocacy
Human
Judgment
section fully
meets both
Human
Judgment
section partially
meets both
required criteria;
Human
Judgment
section fully
meets 1 of the 2
Human
Judgment
section does not
meet the
required criteria;
Describes
the
interaction
between
human
judgment
and AI
response in
the chosen
scenario
Explains
why it is
important in
this scenario
to take
ethical
responsibility
to navigate
potential
conflicts
between AI
responses
and humancentered
needs
required criteria.
15 points
additional details
are needed to
fully meet
criteria.
11 points
required criteria.
7 points
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Ethical Solutions
Describes at
least one
ethical
solution the
could be
applied to
the chosen
scenario
Explains
how this
solution
aims to
resolve the
Ethical Solutions
section meets all
3 required
criteria.
15 points
Ethical Solutions
section meets 2
of the 3 required
criteria.
10 points
Ethical Solutions
section meets 1
of the 3 required
criteria.
5 points
Ethical Solutions
section does not
meet required
criteria; or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
ethical
dilemma
Explains
how this
solution
applies core
ethical
principles
Conclusion
Summarizes
the ethical
dilemma(s)
from the
chosen
scenario and
the student’s
proposed
solution
Reflects on
the
significance
of applying
ethical
responsibility
when
engaging in
AI systems
Conclusion fully
meets both
required criteria.
15 points
Conclusion
partially meets
both required
criteria;
additional details
are needed to
fully meet
criteria.
11 points
Conclusion fully
meets 1 of the 2
required criteria.
7 points
Conclusion does
not meet the
required criteria;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Application of
Information
Sources
Student supports
writing with at
least 2
acceptable
professional or
scholarly
sources.
5 points
Student supports
writing with at
least 2 sources,
but only one
meets credibility
indicators to be
considered an
acceptable
professional or
scholarly source.
3 points
Student supports
writing with only
1 professional or
scholarly source.
2 points
Student does not
support writing
with sources;
student identifies
sources, but they
do not meet
credibility
indicators to be
considered
acceptable
professional or
scholarly
sources; or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
APA Formatting
Paper
structure
In-text
citations
References
There are no
errors related to
APA formatting.
5 points
There are
minimal errors
related to APA
formatting.
3 points
APA formatting
has been
attempted, but
there are multiple
errors related to
APA formatting.
2 points
APA formatting
has not been
attempted; there
are significant
errors related to
APA formatting;
or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Spelling,
Grammar and
Mechanics
Paper includes
proper spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
5 points
Paper includes
only minor errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
3 points
Paper includes
multiple errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
2 points
Paper includes
significant errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics; or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Unit 8 Assignment – Applying AI to Your Academic Work
Purpose
In this unit, you will create a PowerPoint presentation applying AI to your academic work. You will
demonstrate how to utilize AI to support your academic journey.
Before beginning this assignment, view its Assignment Guide in the Unit 8 module for detailed
guidance on working with PowerPoint and completing this assignment. (USLOs 8.1, 8.3)
Instructions
Select one of the following options to guide your work for this assignment: - Identify a challenging topic that you want help with understanding.
- Identify a challenging skill from one of your courses for which you want additional tutoring.
- Identify an upcoming exam for which you would like to practice.
Once you have selected an option to guide your work, complete the following steps: - Select an AI tool relevant to this assignment.
- Draft an AI prompt that asks the tool to support you with your selected topic, skill, or exam
practice and supports its response with scholarly and professional sources. - Submit your prompt to the selected AI tool and save its response.
Once you have submitted your prompt to the selected AI tool, create a PowerPoint with the
following slides in this order: - Title Slide — Include a title slide featuring your title and name.
- AI Tool and Prompt Slide — Include your selected AI tool and AI prompt.
- AI Response Summary Slide — Provide a bulleted summary in your own words of AI’s
response to your prompt. - Reflection Slide — Provide a bulleted reflection in your own words on how useful AI’s
response was; whether you need to adjust your prompt to garner a better response; and
how you can utilize this information to improve your understanding of the selected topic,
skill, or exam practice. - Using AI to Support Learning Slide — Identify 3 ways in which you can personally use AI to
support your learning. - References Slide — List references that AI provided in its response formatted according to
7th edition APA guidelines.
The design of your PowerPoint should: - Adhere to the practices explained in the Assignment Guide.
- Have one common visual theme applied (i.e., apply a theme from the Design tab).
- Include at least 2 different slide layouts.
- Include text on all slides (Slides 3-5 should have 3-5 bullet points each).
- Include at least 2 relevant images or graphics that support the content.
Your PowerPoint should be professional without errors related to grammar, spelling, and
mechanics. Save your completed PowerPoint slideshow as a PowerPoint file (.ppt or .pptx) and
submit it to the assignment dropbox in Canvas.
Grading Rubric
Criteria
Achievement Level
Achievement
Level 4
Achievement
Level 3
Achievement
Level 2
Achievement
Level 1
Slideshow
Structure
Title slide
AI tool and
prompt slide
AI response
summary slide
Reflection
slide
Using AI to
support
learning slide
References
slide
The slideshow
includes all 6
required slides
in the proper
order.
5 points
There are minor
issues with the
slideshow
structure and it
slightly varies
from the
instructions.
3 points
There are
multiple issues
with the
slideshow
structure and it
significantly
varies from the
instructions. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Title Slide
Title
Name
The title slide
includes both
required criteria.
5 points
The title slide
includes 1 of the
2 required
criteria.
2 points
The title slide is
not present or
does not include
required criteria.
Or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
AI Tool and Prompt
The selected
AI tool and
prompt are
relevant to the
assignment.
The prompt
showcases
effective
The AI tool and
prompt meet all
3 required
criteria.
15 points
The AI tool and
prompt meet 2
of the 3 required
criteria.
10 points
The AI tool and
prompt meet 1
of the 3 required
criteria.
5 points
The AI tool and
prompt do not
meet the
required criteria.
Or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
Applying AI to Your Academic Work Grading Rubric
communication
to ask the tool
to support the
student with
their selected
topic, skill, or
exam practice.
The prompt
includes
instruction for
the tool to
support its
response with
scholarly and
professional
sources.
(CSLO 1)
AI Response
Summary
(CSLO 1)
The student
provides a
detailed,
bulleted
summary in their
own words of
AI’s response to
their prompt.
14 points
The summary of
AI’s response to
the student’s
prompt is
somewhat
lacking clarity or
detail.
10 points
The summary of
AI’s response to
the student’s
prompt is
lacking
significant clarity
or detail.
6 points
The student did
not provide a
summary of AI’s
response to their
prompt in their
own words. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Reflection
The student provides
a bulleted reflection
in their own words
addressing:
How useful
AI’s response
was
Whether they
need to adjust
the prompt to
The reflection
meets all 3
required criteria.
18 points
The reflection
meets 2 of the 3
required criteria.
12 points
The reflection
meets 1 of the 3
required criteria.
6 points
The reflection
does not meet
the required
criteria. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
garner a better
response
How they can
utilize the
information
provided to
improve their
understanding
the selected
topic, skill, or
exam practice
(CSLO 4)
Using AI to Support
Learning
(CSLO 4)
The student
identifies 3
relevant ways in
which they can
personally use
AI to support
their learning.
18 points
The student
identifies 2
relevant ways in
which they can
personally use
AI to support
their learning.
12 points
The student
identifies 1
relevant way in
which they can
personally use
AI to support
their learning.
6 points
The student
does not identify
a relevant way in
which they can
personally use
AI to support
their learning. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
References Slide The references
slide is present
and includes the
APA-formatted
references AI
provided.
5 points
The references
slide is present,
but there are
issues with the
references AI
provided.
2 points
References are
not present. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
PowerPoint Design
Adheres to the
practices
explained in
the
Assignment
Guide
Has one
common visual
The PowerPoint
design meets all
5 required
criteria.
15 points
The PowerPoint
design meets 3-
4 of the 5
required criteria.
10 points
The PowerPoint
design meets 1-
2 of the 5
required criteria.
5 points
The PowerPoint
design does not
meet the
required criteria.
Or assignment
was not
submitted.
0 points
theme applied
Includes at
least 2
different slide
layouts
Includes text
on all slides
Includes at
least 2
relevant
images or
graphics that
support the
content
Spelling, Grammar
and Mechanics
Content includes
proper spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
5 points
Content includes
only minor
errors related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
3 points
Content includes
multiple errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics.
2 points
Content includes
significant errors
related to
spelling,
grammar, and
mechanics. Or
assignment was
not submitted.
0 points
Unit 10 Assignment – AI, Digital, and Information Literacy
Reassessment
Purpose
The purpose of the assignment is to reflect on the change in your self-assessment scores of AI,
digital, and information literacy skills from the beginning of this course.
Before beginning this assignment, view its Assignment Guide in the Unit 10 module for detailed
guidance on completing the assignment. (USLO 10.3)
Instructions
Locate your saved Unit 1 AI, Digital, and Information Literacy Initial Self-Assessment assignment
on your computer. Open this file in Excel and now complete the “Complete at Course Ending”
column to reassess your AI, digital, and information literacy skills.
Save your completed Excel spreadsheet (.xls or .xlsx) and submit it to the assignment dropbox.
This submission will be scored as a 100 for completion ranging to a 0 for incompletion.
Syllabus Changes
Faculty reserves the right to make changes as necessary to this course syllabus. Learners will be
notified in writing of any changes in a timely fashion.
