Teaching AI-Supported Academic Writing: Practical Workshop for Educators
The increasing use of Large Language Models, such as ChatGPT and other AI-powered tools, is significantly impacting academic writing practices. These technologies offer various forms of assistance – from suggesting grammatical and stylistic improvements to generating initial sentences and supporting the development of arguments. At the same time, their application raises serious questions regarding academic integrity. Instances of uncritical copying, the use of unverified sources, and overreliance on AI-generated content present notable challenges for higher education institutions.
In light of these developments, the teaching of academic writing must be adapted. It is essential that students not only develop core writing skills but also learn to use AI tools in a responsible and critical manner.
To support teaching staff in responding to these challenges, and as part of the Arqus Alliance initiatives, the Center for Teaching and Learning at the University of Vienna is organising a practical online workshop, which will take place on Friday, 16 May 2025, from 09:00 to 12:00. The workshop will focus on the pedagogical integration of AI tools in academic writing instruction and is intended for educators seeking to implement these technologies in a thoughtful and effective way.
Participants are encouraged to bring their current course syllabi and initial ideas for the incorporation of AI into their teaching. The session will include a discussion of concrete teaching scenarios and will address how to formulate clear and transparent expectations regarding AI use in academic work.
Please note that this event does not provide a general introduction to AI tools. Rather, it is intended as a forum for discussing their application in specific educational contexts.
Trainers
Frano Petar Rismondo is a writing scholar and higher education expert affiliated with the “Student Research and Peer Learning” team at the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), University of Vienna. He coordinates the Student Research Hub and is one of the centre’s leading experts on AI and academic writing.
Erika Unterpertinger is a member of the same team at CTL, where she leads the group of writing assistants. Her doctoral research focuses on discovery processes in novice academic writing. She is actively involved in the development of AI-related writing pedagogy at the university.
This workshop aims to provide academic staff with the tools and perspectives necessary to engage with AI in teaching academic writing in a responsible and informed manner.
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