Course Overview

A dual-track program designed to equip researchers and educators with AI-driven skills for advancing academic research and enhancing teaching practices. The course offers hands-on exposure to AI tools that improve productivity, creativity, and impact. By integrating AI into both research workflows and pedagogy, participants will gain future-ready competencies while ensuring ethical and responsible use.

Module 1: AI for Research

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to

• Understand the role and scope of AI in academic research.
• Conduct literature reviews (systematic, bibliometric, thematic) with AI tools.
• Use AI for qualitative analysis (text mining, coding, lexicometric analysis)
• Use AI for quantitative research (predictive modeling, Data analysis, data visualization).
• Improve academic writing, structuring, and plagiarism checks with AI.
• Convert theses/dissertations into publishable journal papers using AI support.
• Manage references, bibliographies, and citation networks with AI-enabled software.
• Build a personal AI-powered research toolkit and workflow.

Tools & Resources

ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, Gemini, Midjourney, Napkin, Elicit, Scite, Dimensions AI, Connected Papers,research Rabbit Julius, Powerdrill AI in MAXQDA and NVIVO, Publish or Perish.

Module 2: AI for Teaching

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

• Design AI-supported lesson plans, case studies, and interactive activities.
• Personalize learning paths and adaptive assessments with AI.
• Create multimedia and visual content (presentations, videos, simulations) using AI.
• Use AI for student support, grading, and formative feedback.
• Integrate AI tools into Learning Management Systems (LMS) for blended/online teaching.
• Address ethical, legal, and bias-related challenges in AI-powered pedagogy.
• Develop an institutional roadmap for adopting AI in teaching and training.

Tools & Resources

ChatGPT, Perplexity AI, Notion AI, Synthesia, Canva AI, ClassPoint AI, Quizizz, EdPuzzle, AI-integrated LMS platforms (Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard), Explainpaper.