This article will cover how instructors can create AI conversations using the AI Design Assistant.
Instructors can create AI Conversations manually by visiting this link: Creating AI Conversations.
Creating AI Conversation using AI Assistant
Hover to an area within the course to create new AI conversations. Select the plus sign.
Select Create.
Select AI conversations.
Select Auto-generate conversations.
Blackboard will start auto-generating content, to be more specific:
1. Enter a description in the text box and Select Generate.
2. Select Generate.
1. Can choose Select course items to auto-generate based on course items.
2. change Conversation type from inspire me, Role Play, or Socratic Questioning.
3. Choose to have it generate conversation title, AI persona, and reflection question.
4. Select the level of complexity.
5. Choose which conversations by select the radio button.
6. Select Add.
After selecting Add, Instructors can edit the reflection question and change the total points.
Reflection Question
Select the elipsis, 3 dots, to edit the text of the question as well as set the grading to give full credit to everyone, extra credit, or change the point value.
1. Type in a new reflection question.
2. Select the check box to make the assignment Extra Credit or change the point value.
3. Select Save.
AI Conversations Settings
Instructors can use the Student Preview to see how this appears to students.
How-To and Tips to Effectively Use AI conversations
| How To | Tip |
|---|---|
| Use AI features to provide instant, personlized feedback to students. | Customize feedback to be specific and more relevant to student responses. |
| Use AI-driven prompts to initiate conversations such as discussion started or case studies. | Tailor the questions to challenge students to think critically while encouraging open-ended responses. |
| Create AI interactive exercises, such as role-playing scenarios or characters in a simulated environment. | Design AI scenarios that require students to apply problem-sovling and cricital thinking skills. |
| Monitor AI-powered conversations to ensure students engagement. Use Ultra’s analytics to track participation. | Provide periodic feedback. |