Professional Development for Faculty and Staff

Investing in Excellence: AI and Data Science Professional Development for Edmonds College Employees

At Edmonds College’s AI and Data Science Center, we believe that empowering college staff and educators is key to transforming student lives and creating leaders of the future. Our commitment to faculty and staff professional development helps ensure our employees have access to the AI and data science education they need to provide innovative, high-quality learning experiences.

Our Commitment to Accessible Professional Development (PD):

• Student-Focused Approach: We prioritize understanding student needs. Recent student survey results directly inform our PD initiatives, ensuring relevance and impact. 
• Ethical AI Integration: We've developed a comprehensive AI Policy and Ethical Guidelines for faculty and staff, promoting the responsible and effective use of AI tools to enhance student learning and workplace efficiency.
• Diverse PD Opportunities:
• AI Community of Practice (CoP): A collaborative space for all employees to share knowledge and explore AI applications.
• AI Faculty Teaching Resources LibGuide: A curated collection of resources to support AI integration in teaching.
• AI Learning Communities: Focused groups for in depth learning, and collaboration.
• Workshops and Training: Regular sessions on emerging AI and data science technologies.

Why This Matters

By equipping our faculty and staff with the latest AI and data science skills, we:

• Enhance the quality of instruction and student learning experiences.
• Promote innovation and efficiency across the institution.
• Ensure our students are prepared for the demands of the modern workforce.

Join Us

We encourage all faculty and staff to participate in our professional development opportunities and contribute to our ongoing efforts to integrate AI and data science into our educational ecosystem.