Dr. Christina Dryden: Leading Change from the Middle - with AI

Episode DescriptionWhat does it really take to lead change from the middle of an institution?In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Michael Cottam and Dr. Christina Dryden explore leadership, trust-building, and the realities of managing change across complex higher education organizations. The discussion then turns to AI—how instructional design, assessment, and faculty roles are evolving, and why keeping humans in the loop matters more than ever.This episode offers practical wisdom for academic leaders navigating constant change with clarity, authenticity, and hope.Key TopicsLeading change without positional authorityTrust, transparency, and authenticity in leadershipLearning from mentors and leadership experiencesUsing AI responsibly in instructional design and assessmentPreparing institutions and faculty for the AI-enabled futureGuestChristina Dryden Vice Provost, American College of Financial Services Explore the AI Course Design Accelerator at www.engagedbydesign.comJoin us at www.engagedbydesign.com to learn more aboutThe Course Design Accelerator Faculty-in-the-Loop AI in Higher Education