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Course Production Efficiency

Drafting Materials for Continuity

Strategy: Use AI to Support Alignment and Delivery Continuity 

Artificial Intelligence  can be leveraged as a drafting and alignment partner during course development to support the creation of assignment instructions, grading criteria, and session plans. By using AI to generate structured materials based on clearly defined module learning outcomes (MLOs), faculty can maintain instructional alignment while also preparing contingency plans that preserve learning continuity. 

MUE 6816 – Music Perception 

In MUE 6816 Music Perception, Dr. Jennifer Bugos partnered with Learning Designer Meghan Wieckowski to use Microsoft Copilot as a collaborative tool in the development of instructional materials and activities. Copilot was used to draft initial assignment instructions, grading rubrics, synchronous session agendas, and breakout room activities based on detailed information and goals provided by the instructor. The instructor then reviewed all AI-generated materials to ensure they were aligned to the curriculum, student needs, and her teaching practices. This process supported development efficiency while maintaining alignment with module learning outcomes. 

Because synchronous session activities were closely tied to module-level learning outcomes, the design team also needed to develop back-up plans in case the course to switched to an asynchronous delivery modality. To support this, unpublished discussion boards were developed as a contingency. Copilot assisted in generating discussion prompts aligned with the synchronous session agendas and MLOs, including contextual framing to ensure that asynchronous discussions would preserve depth and instructional intent. This approach strengthened alignment, supported development efficiency, and ensured continuity of learning experiences regardless of delivery format. 

AI Tools Used: Microsoft Copilot