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Cut Through the Noise: A Practical AI Workshop for Immediate Impact

Cut Through the Noise: A Practical AI Workshop for Immediate Impact

Includes a Live Web Event on 01/23/2025 at 12:00 PM (EST)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly impacting every area of higher education and beyond. This webinar, "Cut Through the Noise: A Practical AI Workshop for Immediate Impact," simplifies the complexity of AI to provide participants with actionable insights and skills. Tailored for professionals across various roles, this session will focus on practical AI applications to streamline workflows, enhance communication, foster engagement, and improve assessment practices.

Participants will learn how user-friendly AI tools can immediately improve their efficiency at work while making a direct positive impact on students. For example, this webinar will demonstrate how to generate well-crafted emails for specific audiences, create visually engaging content, and explore more advanced uses such as prompt engineering and data analysis. Whether you are new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to harness AI's potential in meaningful ways.

  Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify and Apply AI Tools – participants will be able to identify user-friendly AI tools and describe their practical applications for enhancing efficiency, communication, engagement, and assessment in professional settings.
  • Craft Effective AI Prompts – participants will learn the basics of prompt engineering, enabling them to craft effective prompts for tasks such as email drafting, content creation, and data summarization.
  • Evaluate and Implement AI Strategies – participants will be equipped to evaluate AI tools for their specific needs and develop strategies to integrate these tools into their workflows, improving both their productivity and the student experience.

Michael Butcher, Ph.D.

Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students

College of Coastal Georgia

Dr. Michael Butcher is the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at the College of Coastal Georgia (CCGA), as well as the Founder and President of the Center for Artificial Intelligence. With nearly two decades of experience in higher education, Dr. Butcher is a national leader in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to drive organizational and educational innovation. His expertise lies in integrating advanced technologies to enhance efficiency, communication, engagement, and assessment across various industries.

Dr. Butcher holds a Bachelor’s in Information Technology, a Master’s in Public Administration, a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, and a Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence Business Innovation. This interdisciplinary academic background provides a solid foundation for his deep understanding of AI and its practical applications in higher education.

Nationally recognized for his thought leadership, Dr. Butcher has delivered keynote addresses at EDUCAUSE, the Georgia Council of Human Resources (GCHR), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Employers (SoACE). He has also presented on AI ethics, accessibility, and its transformative impact on higher education at regional and national conferences, including NASPA. Most recently, he developed CCGA’s inaugural course, “Artificial Intelligence and Business Innovation,” preparing students for success in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

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