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Episode #295: How to Redesign and Optimize Course Development with AI

What does it actually look like to teach with AI — and teach about it — in higher ed today? In this episode, Dustin chats with Dr. Evan Kropp, Executive Director of Distance Education at the University of Florida, about how AI is transforming course design, assessment strategies, and the student experience. Dr. Kropp offers practical examples and powerful insights on how institutions can embrace AI ethically, equitably, and intentionally.

Episode 295 of the The Higher Ed Geek Podcast podcast, hosted by Enrollify, titled "Episode #295: How to Redesign and Optimize Course Development with AI" was published on September 3, 2025 and runs 35 minutes.

September 3, 2025 ·35m · The Higher Ed Geek Podcast

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What does it actually look like to teach with AI — and teach about it — in higher ed today? In this episode, Dustin chats with Dr. Evan Kropp, Executive Director of Distance Education at the University of Florida, about how AI is transforming course design, assessment strategies, and the student experience. Dr. Kropp offers practical examples and powerful insights on how institutions can embrace AI ethically, equitably, and intentionally.

What does it actually look like to teach with AI — and teach about it — in higher ed today? In this episode, Dustin chats with Dr. Evan Kropp, Executive Director of Distance Education at the University of Florida, about how AI is transforming course design, assessment strategies, and the student experience. Dr. Kropp offers practical examples and powerful insights on how institutions can embrace AI ethically, equitably, and intentionally.

Guest Name: Dr. Evan Kropp, Executive Director of Distance Education, University of Florida’s College of Journalism and Communications

Guest Social: LinkedIn

Guest Bio: Dr. Evan Kropp is an experienced higher education administrator and communication scholar with a passion for digital learning innovation. As Executive Director of Distance Education at the University of Florida’s College of Journalism and Communications, he leads undergraduate and graduate education initiatives focused on course quality, accessibility, engagement, and career readiness. With over a decade of leadership in online education, Evan has helped launch nationally ranked programs and cutting-edge digital courses that bridge academia and industry. He’s also a frequent speaker and writer on online teaching and learning, instructional design, and the evolving role of technology in higher ed.


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