Boosting Creativity and Driving Innovation with Generative AI Tools - Tawnya Means


Talk: Boosting Creativity and Driving Innovation with Generative AI Tools

  • 听 March 20, 2025

麻豆视频 how generative AI is revolutionizing creativity and innovation in the workplace. This session explores practical ways to harness AI for streamlining workflows, generating fresh ideas, and developing unique solutions. Learn to craft persona-driven content, refine voice prompts, and leverage AI for brainstorming. Dive into creating personalized AI assistants, enhancing productivity, and transforming teaching and learning. Whether you're an educator, learner, or creative professional, Dr. Means will share actionable insights to boost efficiency and inspire innovation.


Workshop: Boosting Faculty Effectiveness and Learning Outcomes with AI Innovations

  • 听 March 20, 2025

Dr. Means hosted a workshop 鈥淏oosting Faculty Effectiveness and Learning Outcomes with AI Innovations.鈥 In this interactive workshop, faculty members explored how generative AI can revolutionize teaching and learning, enhancing student engagement, critical thinking, and personalized learning experiences.


Tawnya Means

Tawnya Means, PhD, serves as the Assistant Dean for Educational Innovation at the University of Illinois. Dr. Means brings a wealth of experience to her teaching and seminars, contributing knowledge across diverse fields such as entrepreneurship, strategy, technology, and leadership in remote teams. Her multidisciplinary approach enriches her instructional practice, as she utilizes her expertise in course design to create engaging and inclusive learning environments that foster academic growth.

In addition to her teaching, Means has led seminars in online and blended education and provided consultations on teaching and technology. Her research interests are centered on online and blended learning, active learning, learning space design, and the use of technology in education. She is dedicated to exploring innovative methods to enhance the learning experience and ensure equitable access to digital resources.

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