ERIC Number: EJ1434675
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Publication Date: 2024-Sep
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Generative AI in Practice: A Teaching Case in the Introduction to Management Information Systems Class
David R. Firth; Jason Triche
Information Systems Education Journal, v22 n4 p29-47 2024
Since ChatGPT exploded onto the scene in October 2022, the media has been breathless with their discussion about how it is going to impact many aspects of life and work. In order to bring this new reality of generative AI into the "Introduction to Management Information Systems" classroom at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, we have developed two short cases that can be completed in or out of the classroom. These cases allow students to use generative AI for an interesting and useful purpose and develop prompts to deliver the output. Students can begin to learn what generative AI can do for them, and how it can shape their future careers. We tested the perceived effectiveness of the project on students using a pre/post survey. The results are analyzed using a paired t-test and demonstrate that students increased their understanding of generative AI and prompt engineering.
Descriptors: Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Information Science Education, Computer Software, Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students, Teaching Methods, Introductory Courses, Cues, Case Method (Teaching Technique), Letters (Correspondence), Student Surveys, Writing (Composition), Assignments, Video Technology
Information Systems and Computing Academic Professionals. Box 488, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480. e-mail: publisher@isedj.org; Web site: http://isedj.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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