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SUMMARY:Staff AI Beyond the Basics: Building Workspaces & Custom Assistants with ChatGPT
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: CSUN’s Division of Information Technology \nReady to move past basic prompting and turn ChatGPT into your personal department assistant? This hands-on workshop introduces CSUN staff to the power of ChatGPT Projects and Custom GPTs. Learn how to build secure\, private workspaces to manage long-term department tasks\, and configure tailored AI utilities that automate your repetitive weekly workflows—all with zero coding required. \nRegister Here
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/staff-ai-beyond-the-basics-building-workspaces-custom-assistants-with-chatgpt/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),Artificial Intelligence: Staff,Human Resources,Information Technology,IT Training & Workshops,IT Training & Workshops: Staff
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LOCATION:https://news.csun.edu/event/staff-ai-beyond-the-basics-building-workspaces-custom-assistants-with-chatgpt/
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SUMMARY:Learn on how to use Generative AI in Adobe Express
DESCRIPTION:Level Up Your Designs: Generative AI in Adobe Express \nDescription: Discover how Adobe Express’s AI-powered features can help you create stunning course visuals\, handouts\, presentations\, and marketing materials. Learn to generate images\, refine layouts\, and streamline your creative workflow-even with no design experience. \nHosted by: Megan Jones\, MA \n\n\nRegister Now!\n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/learn-on-how-to-use-generative-ai-in-adobe-express/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Canvas,Information Technology,IT Training & Workshops,IT Training & Workshops: Faculty
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SUMMARY:TurnItIn AI Detection
DESCRIPTION:Turnitin AI Detection: What Faculty Need to Know \nDescription: Explore how Turnitin’s AI writing detection tool works and learn how to interpret its results with confidence. This workshop examines the capabilities and limitations of AI detection\, highlights best practices for reviewing reports\, and provides strategies for addressing acade \nHosted by: Herbert Serrano\, MLIS \n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/turnitin-ai-detection-10/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),Information Technology,Learning Technologies
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SUMMARY:If you don’t know AI Basics\, now is the time to learn!
DESCRIPTION:AI Basics: Getting Started with Tools\, Teaching Strategies\, and Responsible Use \nDescription: Explore the fundamentals of generative AI and discover how to use it effectively in your teaching. This workshop introduces faculty to ChatGPT\, Microsoft Copilot\, and practical prompting techniques while highlighting CSUN-supported AI tools and resources. You’ll also learn best practices for responsible AI use\, considerations for developing AI syllabus statements\, and strategies for thoughtfully integrating AI into teaching\, learning\, and course design.. \nHosted by: Megan Jones\, MA \n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/if-you-dont-know-ai-basics-now-is-the-time-to-learn/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Canvas,Information Technology,IT Training & Workshops,IT Training & Workshops: Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T133000
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SUMMARY:Staff ChatGPT Edu Training
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: CSUN’s Division of Information Technology \nExplore how ChatGPT Edu can support everyday staff work in a secure\, campus-supported environment. This session will introduce practical ways to use ChatGPT Edu to draft communications\, summarize information\, brainstorm ideas\, organize content\, and improve workflow efficiency. Participants will also discuss responsible prompting practices and how to use AI thoughtfully in a university setting. \nRegister Here
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/staff-chatgpt-edu-training/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),Artificial Intelligence: Staff,Human Resources,Information Technology,IT Training & Workshops,IT Training & Workshops: Staff
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SUMMARY:AI Beyond the Basics (AI Fluency)
DESCRIPTION:AI Fluency: Applying AI Confidently in Teaching and Learning \nDescription: Take your AI skills to the next level by learning how to apply generative AI effectively in academic and instructional settings. This workshop explores advanced prompting techniques\, strategies for evaluating and refining AI-generated content\, and practical approaches for integrating AI into authentic coursework\, lesson planning\, and everyday academic tasks. Leave with the confidence to use AI as a collaborative tool that enhances productivity\, creativity\, and student learning. \nHosted by: Instructional Technologist \n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/ai-beyond-the-basics-ai-fluency-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Canvas,Information Technology,IT Training & Workshops,IT Training & Workshops: Faculty
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SUMMARY:Still looking for information on AI\, learn more with AI Basics
DESCRIPTION:AI Basics: Getting Started with Tools\, Teaching Strategies\, and Responsible Use \nDescription: Build a strong foundation in generative AI with an introduction to the tools and strategies that can support teaching and learning. In this workshop\, you’ll explore ChatGPT\, Microsoft Copilot\, and effective prompting techniques while learning how to use AI responsibly within a CSUN-supported environment. We’ll also discuss AI syllabus statement considerations\, ethical use\, and practical ways to incorporate AI into course design\, content creation\, and everyday instructional tasks. \nHosted by: Charles Mahoney\, M. Ed. \n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/still-looking-for-information-on-ai-learn-more-with-ai-basics/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Canvas,Information Technology,IT Training & Workshops,IT Training & Workshops: Faculty
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SUMMARY:TurnItIn AI Detection
DESCRIPTION:Turnitin AI Detection: What Faculty Need to Know \nDescription: Gain a clear understanding of how Turnitin’s AI detection works\, its limitations\, and best practices for interpreting reports. This session helps faculty navigate AI-related integrity concerns and communicate clear expectations to students. \nHosted by: Instructional Technology \n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/turnitin-ai-detection-11/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),Information Technology,Learning Technologies
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SUMMARY:AI Beyond the Basics (AI Fluency)
DESCRIPTION:AI Fluency: Applying AI Confidently in Teaching and Learning \nDescription: Move beyond the fundamentals and discover how to use generative AI as a practical teaching and productivity tool. This workshop explores advanced prompting techniques\, strategies for evaluating and refining AI-generated content\, and effective approaches for integrating AI into course design\, instructional materials\, and authentic learning activities. You’ll leave with practical skills for using AI thoughtfully\, efficiently\, and responsibly in your academic workflow.. \nHosted by: Charles Mahoney\, M. Ed. \n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/ai-beyond-the-basics-ai-fluency-3/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Canvas,Information Technology,IT Training & Workshops,IT Training & Workshops: Faculty
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SUMMARY:Want to find out more about Creating Chatbots?
DESCRIPTION:Build Your Own AI Assistant: Creating Custom GPTs \nDescription: Creating Custom GPTs – Learn how to build your own AI assistant using ChatGPT’s no-code tools. This workshop covers how to upload documents\, set behavior instructions\, and align your GPT with course goals. We’ll also discuss ethical use and share CSUN-specific examples for teaching and support. \nHosted by: Charles Mahoney\, M. Ed. \n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/want-to-find-out-more-about-creating-chatbots/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom; Connection details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Canvas,Information Technology,IT Training & Workshops,IT Training & Workshops: Faculty
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