THURS-093 - AI in Health Education: Practical Applications of Chatgpt and Other Tools for Student Learning

Brief Abstract Summary: Attendees will learn strategies to implement AI tools into collaborative learning environments and establish criteria to guide ethical considerations, such as academic integrity, transparency, and the impact of AI on cognitive skills. Discover how to foster student engagement and promote responsible AI use through real-world case studies and empirical data. This presentation offers actionable insights, best practices, and hands-on approaches for effectively integrating AI tools in public health and health promotion disciplines, empowering educators to enhance learning outcomes while navigating the evolving digital landscape.

Detailed abstract description: The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) offers unique opportunities to transform the college classroom, making learning more accessible, interactive, and personalized. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into educational settings, this presentation explores practical applications of AI tools, focusing specifically on ChatGPT and similar platforms to enhance student engagement, streamline instruction, and improve learning outcomes. Participants will gain insights into how these tools can assist with diverse instructional tasks, including generating personalized study materials, automating routine feedback, designing creative assignments, and facilitating critical thinking through guided problem-solving exercises.

We also highlight AI’s potential to foster collaborative learning by enabling dynamic peer interactions and group projects in both virtual and in-person environments. However, the responsible use of AI presents ethical challenges, such as ensuring academic integrity, avoiding over-reliance on automation, and balancing cognitive skill development with AI support. Our presentation offers strategies for addressing these challenges, including establishing clear guidelines for AI use, fostering transparency with students, and encouraging ethical decision-making in academic work.

Drawing on case studies and empirical data from public health and health promotion disciplines, we demonstrate real-world applications of AI tools in higher education settings. Attendees will discover best practices and actionable insights that can be applied across various academic disciplines, particularly those involving health education and behavioral science. Instructors will leave with concrete methods to responsibly implement AI in ways that enhance academic experiences while preparing students for a digitally advanced future.

This session is designed to empower educators to embrace AI as a tool for improving student outcomes while mitigating risks through thoughtful design. Attendees will learn how to maximize AI’s potential in their teaching and develop students' digital literacy and critical thinking skills, which are essential for success in an evolving workforce. Whether new to AI tools or already exploring their use, participants will gain practical frameworks, adaptable templates, and ethical criteria to seamlessly integrate AI into their pedagogy.