Start Date: December 5, 2024
End Date: February 27, 2025
Total Sessions: 5
Duration: 2 hours per session (1 hour theory + 1 hour practical)
End Date: February 27, 2025
Total Sessions: 5
Duration: 2 hours per session (1 hour theory + 1 hour practical)
Summary
The IT Department, in collaboration with the Cybersecurity Department at Tishk International University (TIU), has successfully completed a comprehensive professional development training titled “Utilizing AI and ChatGPT for Academic Research.”
This initiative aimed to empower TIU faculty and staff with essential skills in using Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude to enhance academic productivity. The course was launched with an impressive participation of 68 staff members and was delivered by Dr. Hemin Ibrahim, Mr. Mohammed Salim and few other instructors.
🎯 Course Objectives
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Introduce the fundamentals of Generative AI and its academic relevance
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Develop technical skills in using AI tools for tasks like summarization, literature review, and data processing
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Enhance AI literacy for responsible and effective integration into academic workflows
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Provide hands-on experience through real-world use cases and practical sessions
📈 Course Outcomes
Upon completion, participants were able to:
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Understand key Generative AI concepts and their applications
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Use ChatGPT for drafting, summarizing, editing, and analysis
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Select appropriate tools for various academic scenarios
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Practice ethical usage of AI, particularly concerning data privacy and authorship
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Integrate AI solutions to improve research productivity
📊 Course Evaluation
Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive. The structured format—60 minutes of theory followed by 60 minutes of hands-on practice—ensured high engagement. The balanced mix of knowledge sharing and application was particularly praised, affirming the training’s alignment with TIU’s strategic development goals.
👥 Participation Summary
A diverse group of 68 participants from various faculties and administrative units attended the training sessions. Engagement levels remained high throughout, demonstrating a growing interest in AI-based solutions within the TIU community.
🧭 Next Steps and Recommendations
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Offer Advanced-Level Workshops
Expand training with focused workshops on advanced AI tools, academic disciplines, or research methodologies. -
Document & Share Success Stories
Highlight case studies from participants showcasing AI usage in research. -
Institutional Integration
Integrate AI literacy into TIU’s professional development strategy and onboarding programs.
📅 Training Sessions Overview
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Session
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Date
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Time
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1
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December 4, 2024
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3:00–5:00 PM
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2
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December 12, 2024
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3:00–5:00 PM
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3
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December 19, 2024
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3:00–5:00 PM
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4
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February 6, 2025
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3:00–5:00 PM
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5
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February 27, 2025
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3:00–5:00 PM
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