Celebration of Teaching Day

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  Schedule of Events

  • Program
     
  • 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

    Welcome and Recognition* with Provost Ivan Pulinkala

    Carmichael Student Center, University Rooms

  • 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 

    Keynote Speaker: James Lang

    Carmichael Student Center, University Rooms

  • 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

    Reception for Honorees

    Carmichael Student Center, University Rooms

  • 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

    Panel on Teaching with AI

    Academic Learning Center, 5102; Microsoft Teams**

  • 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

    Refreshing Your Course(s) for Spring: An Overview of the Backward Course Design Process

    Academic Learning Center, 5102; Microsoft Teams**

  *Recognition of: (1) Expanding the NEST Champions, Innovators, & Advocates; (2) CETL intensive program contributors; (3) special accomplishments in teaching; (4) excellence in assessment

  **Teams link is for both Teaching with AI Panel and Refreshing Your Course(s) for Spring: An Overview of the Backward Course Design Process

• Teaching with AI Panelists

   
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  Dr. Jeanne Law

  Dr. Jeanne Beatrix Law is a Professor of English and Director of First-year Writing at Kennesaw State University, where she has established herself as a leading voice in the integration of generative artificial intelligence (genAI) and prompt engineering  for writers. Dr. Law’s recent work connects genAI literacies with student success, infusing genAI as an open educational resource (OER) into undergraduate and graduate courses. Dr. Law has also developed a custom GPT for first-year writing programs. Dr. Law serves as a faculty mentor for the AAC&U Institute on AI Pedagogy. She also teaches prompt engineering in KSU's Master's in Professional Writing Program and is coordinating a proposed graduate certificate in AI and Writing.
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  Dr. Ali Keyvanfar

  Dr. Ali Keyvanfar is a faculty member in the Department of Construction Management at Kennesaw State University with nearly ten years of experience in applying innovative pedagogical methods for teaching risk management. His research focuses on integrating computer-aided and group decision-making methods into sustainable construction and engineering management, with a recent emphasis on developing generative AI-driven decision support tools. Dr. Ali is dedicated to leveraging technology to foster diversity and inclusivity in both his teaching and research initiatives.
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  Dr. Nazmus Sakib

  Dr. Nazmus Sakib serves as an Assistant Professor of Information Technology and the Director of the mHealth Research Lab at Kennesaw State University. With a Ph.D. in Computational Sciences from Marquette University, Dr. Sakib's core research interests focus on healthcare informatics, mHealth, and ethical and societal implications of AI and data. As a passionate educator, Dr. Sakib's pedagogical research centers on leveraging AI to create holistic classrooms that enhance student learning and job readiness without compromising academic integrity. He is recognized as a Governor's Teaching Fellow in 2024 for AI for Holistic Classroom. Dr. Sakib actively contributes to the field of AI and Pedagogy, serving in funded projects as PI and Co-PI aimed at preparing the next generation of computing professionals. His teaching philosophy prioritizes diverse learning styles, empowering students to achieve greater success and contribute to KSU's national prominence.

Writing Like a Teacher Workshops

Leading up to the Celebration of Teaching Day, CETL has organized two "Writing Like a Teacher" workshops led by Dr. James Lang. There are two offerings on November 19 and space is limited. If you are interested, sign up today!

RSVP

Please RSVP for this event and indicate all portions of the day you are planning on attending by filling out this form. You will need to log in with your KSU credentials as we are minimizing duplicate RSVPs. If you have issues accessing the form, please email cetl@kennesaw.edu.