{"id":386,"date":"2026-07-06T09:58:26","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T13:58:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/genai\/?page_id=386"},"modified":"2026-07-06T10:00:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T14:00:12","slug":"redesigning-assignments","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/genai\/assignments-in-the-ai-era\/redesigning-assignments\/","title":{"rendered":"Redesigning Assignments"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-columns-page-header is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-951621a4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" 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style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the phrase \u201cAI-proof\u201d might feel comforting, it is ultimately a misleading goal in the era of generative AI. These tools are constantly evolving, becoming more sophisticated and nuanced in their output. An assignment designed to be resistant to AI today might be vulnerable tomorrow. Instead of chasing an impossible standard, let\u2019s focus on AI-informed strategies and teaching practices that cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and ethical AI usage alongside these powerful tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/genai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2026\/07\/genai-redesign-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A person focused on coding at a computer in a tech environment, with other individuals working at nearby screens.\" class=\"wp-image-389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/genai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2026\/07\/genai-redesign-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/genai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2026\/07\/genai-redesign-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/genai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2026\/07\/genai-redesign-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/genai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2026\/07\/genai-redesign-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/genai\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2026\/07\/genai-redesign.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Strategies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below are five examples of how instructors might apply the recommended instructional strategies. Here are the ideas demonstrated in these examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-border-color has-brand-blue-border-color is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Employ Transparent Design Principles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instructors communicate guidelines for when students should or should not use AI in problem-solving. Explaining the assignment\u2019s rationale includes providing clear instructions and expectations regarding appropriately using AI tools and technologies in the learning process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-border-color has-brand-blue-border-color is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Create Collaborative Learning Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Collaborative learning goes beyond simple busy work. Examples focus on both individual contributions and learning, fostering teamwork, communication, and student cooperation. Rubrics are provided to assess creativity, design, performance, and multimedia elements, ensuring that student\u2019s work is evaluated holistically.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-border-color has-brand-blue-border-color is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Engage Students in Active, Experiential, and Project-Based Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students are actively involved in their learning through hands-on experiences and projects. The active learning approach promotes a more profound understanding and application of knowledge, allowing students to learn by doing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-border-color has-brand-blue-border-color is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Incorporate Visual, Audio, and Creative Design Elements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Activities that are typically text-based are enriched with visual, audio, and innovative design elements. Examples involve using multimedia timelines, concept maps, videos, and websites to engage students and enhance their understanding and expression of ideas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-border-color has-brand-blue-border-color is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Design Authentic Assessments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Assessments are designed in a way that encourages critical and creative thinking, particularly in group, peer, and self-assessment settings. These assessments mirror real-world scenarios and tasks to promote meaningful learning experiences: Students are required to connect the information they learn to their own lives, current events, earlier course concepts, relevant readings, case studies, or datasets. This approach helps to authenticate the learning outcomes by demonstrating the practical relevance and application of the knowledge acquired.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, these examples model the importance of communicating clear guidelines, creating authentic assessments, designing active and collaborative learning, allowing for creative expression, and making real-life connections to enhance student learning experience and outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Additional Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the examples linked below we have taken existing assignments and shown adjustments made using the listed suggestions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1rYbIRmSDC3wxyV-yv8NqgnoOjm4FCDnS\/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=117503107903805179358&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Project-based learning in a healthcare setting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1s6GWZtUW0lo3ecMpqPP74TWJh4eKahTfUoOLDqO8gP4\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Revised Assignment in Community Health Nursing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/u\/0\/d\/1s6GWZtUW0lo3ecMpqPP74TWJh4eKahTfUoOLDqO8gP4\/edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Revised Major Writing Assignment in Healthcare Course<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/u\/0\/d\/180gy86yoxIoOVVjwvsQTQ-EXm1VQkQMc15Wu2N4TCTw\/edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Revised writing assignment in a Communications course<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Redesigning Assignments Rather than designing &#8220;AI-proof&#8221; assignments, focus on AI-informed strategies that foster critical thinking, creativity, and ethical engagement with these powerful tools. While the phrase \u201cAI-proof\u201d might feel comforting, it is ultimately a misleading goal in the era of generative AI. These tools are constantly evolving, becoming more sophisticated and nuanced in their output. 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