Introduction to Artificial Intelligence at Lesley University

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• About AI at Lesley University
• Available Tools and Guidelines
• External Resources

About AI at Lesley University

At Lesley University, we see AI as a tool designed to support rather than replace. Its transformative power can enhance the essential work performed by our entire community.

Our approach to AI is literacy-first. We want to ensure that you are empowered to use these technologies responsibly.

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Available Tools and Guidelines

We prioritize institutionally licensed tools like Microsoft Copilot and Blackboard AI. This allows us to keep your data protected under FERPA and Lesley's privacy standards.

We also provide clear guidelines to help you maintain strict confidentiality. We must work together to avoid sharing sensitive information with public AI models. We also know that many of you may already be using AI tools outside of Lesley's licensed platforms. Our guidelines address those situations too.

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Lesley University AI Guidelines

External Resources

Beyond routine tasks, we encourage using AI to build innovative solutions. Our focus is to improve efficiency and operational excellence. Used properly, AI can address institutional challenges and simplify complex workflows. The human in the loop remains essential. AI amplifies your expertise. It doesn't replace your professional judgment.

We encourage you to visit this series of AI videos and courses from LinkedIn Learning for more information. The collection was curated by Lesley University staff to give you the information most relevant to a member of the Lesley community. Highlights include:

• Introduction to Artificial Intelligence: This course will give you an overview of some of the latest tools and techniques in predictive and general AI.
• Ethical Artificial Intelligence: This video summary explains some of the top ethical issues in the area of AI.
• Artificial Intelligence for Students: A course that guides you through strategies and techniques you can use to get the most out of prompts and leverage AI to enhance your learning, research, writing, and productivity.
• Enhance Teaching and Learning with Microsoft Copilot: Designed for educators, system leaders, and staff developers. This course will teach you how to integrate AI into teaching, planning, organization, and professional development. Its goal is to help educators enrich the learning experience and streamline daily tasks.