AI for Higher Education Staff: Practical Applications and Human + AI Collaboration

June 1–10, 2026
(live sessions on 6/1, 6/3, 6/8, and 6/10 from 12:00-1:00pm ET)
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AI for Higher Education Staff supports higher education professionals in developing a practical and adaptable approach to working with AI. Through asynchronous guided exploration and live discussions, participants build confidence experimenting with AI tools while maintaining human oversight as technologies and expectations continue to evolve.

The 2-week online program includes 5 modules and takes a minimum of 5–6 hours to complete. Participants will have access to the program for 1 year.

Learning Goals

• Collaborate effectively with AI tools by applying human judgment, context, and accountability to AI-supported tasks and decisions.
• Experiment with AI tools by trying, refining, and iterating on use cases without expecting perfect results.
• Learn from AI outputs that miss the mark by reflecting on what worked, what didn’t, and how to adjust.
• Navigate uncertainty around AI use by making informed decisions even when tools, information, or expectations are still evolving.
• Identify job-related tasks where AI can provide support while recognizing when human judgment is essential.
• Build an adaptable personal AI toolkit that aligns with individual roles, responsibilities, and workplace contexts.
• Exchange ideas with peers about opportunities, constraints, and experiences using AI across diverse higher education environments.

Registration

**Please note: Registrations are for single use (one person only) and may not be shared across a team. One microcredential will be awarded to the registered individual upon successful completion. For purchases of more than 50 registrations, please contact Linnae O'Flahavan to discuss bulk discount pricing and options for offering an institution-specific cohort.

*Discover Membership: EDUCAUSE members receive special pricing on all of our professional learning offerings and more. Find out more about the benefits of membership.

Payment and Cancellation Policies

Payment for the full amount of the registration fee is due at the time of registration.

Cancellations received on or before May 25, 2026, are entitled to a full refund; there will be no refunds after this date.

Accessibility

EDUCAUSE provides real-time AI captioning for all online events, in the main room and also in breakout rooms. To request any additional accommodations and/or services, please send an email to [email protected] or call (303) 449-4430 for assistance.

Virtual Event Policies and Expectations

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