Human Connections in a Digital World

Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the educational landscape. One of its most promising roles for educators is AI teaching assistant (AI-TA). This presentation will explore how AI-TAs can enhance educational practices across three critical dimensions: (1) course and content development, (2) student engagement, and (3) promoting equity and inclusion. The session will draw on examples from faculty and interactive discussions to demonstrate how AI can be developed and integrated effectively to benefit diverse learners, including those from marginalized communities. Ethical challenges and strategies for equitable AI use will also be discussed.