SUNY's AI Integration: A System-Wide Approach Across 64 Campuses With Kim Scalzo

Figuring out how to use generative AI responsibly at one university campus is challenging enough – what happens when you’re tasked with doing it across 64 of them? In today’s podcast episode, Dr. Cristi Ford chats with Kim Scalzo, Interim Senior Associate Provost for Digital Innovation and Academic Services at the State University of New York (SUNY). SUNY is in the process of integrating generative AI across all 64 of its campus locations. Dr. Ford and Scalzo discuss the challenges and strategies that come with rolling out AI at scale. Scalzo highlights various initiatives, including the formation of task groups, professional development courses, and the creation of AI literacy competencies for students. Scalzo also shares insights on the ethical and responsible implementation of AI, addressing challenges such as data privacy and the need for policy guidance. This is an important conversation that highlights the transformative potential of AI in higher education and SUNY's proactive approach to embracing emerging technologies while ensuring accessibility and equity for all students.Remember to follow us on social media. You can find us on X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook @D2L. Check out our YouTube channel for the video version of this podcast and so much more. Please take a moment to rate, review and share the podcast, and reach out with comments and ideas for future episodes.For more content for educators, by educators, please visit the Teaching & Learning Studio where you can listen to more podcast episodes, register for free D2L Master Classes and read articles written by educational leaders. Sign up for our Teaching & Learning Studio newsletter and never miss a thing. To learn more about how D2L is transforming the way the world learns, visit our website at D2L.com  Class dismissed.  Visit the Teaching & Learning Studio for more content for educators, by educators. Sign up for our newsletter today.