Artificial intelligence is rapidly shifting how we design, deliver, and experience education. For busy educators and administrators, staying ahead of these technological updates while managing a daily workload can feel overwhelming. True AI literacy is no longer just a technical skill, it is a foundational necessity for creating meaningful, equitable, and safe modern learning environments.
To help our community navigate this landscape, we recently wrapped up our Purposeful AI in Learning blog series.
Building on our previous Purposeful AI conversations, we are thrilled to announce the official release of our brand new professional development course, Fundamentals of AI Literacy, launching on July 14, 2026. This new course is available completely free of charge within our On-Demand Training Portal and open to all Canvas institutions.
Once you complete this foundational course, you will be prepared to apply AI concepts directly to your daily work. Those who successfully finish the requirements will be awarded an official digital badge to celebrate their achievement!
Successful learners will be able to:
- Understand Core AI Concepts: Develop a foundational knowledge of what AI is, including the distinctions between Generative AI and Agentic AI, and learn practical prompt engineering techniques.
- Navigate AI Governance and Ethics: Gain familiarity with guiding principles, policy development, and critical safety, security, and ethical considerations for implementing AI tools.
- Apply AI in Educational Settings: Learn to implement student use guidelines and design AI-resilient assessment strategies to effectively integrate AI into classroom instruction.
- Leverage Instructure Resources: Understand how to access and utilize Instructure’s specific AI features, community resources, and professional services to support ongoing AI development.
Catch Up Fast: Core Insights From Our Blog Series
Below is a quick recap of the core takeaways from each entry, giving you the essential insights and links to where you can read each full post if you missed the initial run.
- Series Introduction: The initial post launches our exploration of how artificial intelligence intersects with pedagogy. Discover the overall vision for this initiative by reading the Introducing the Purposeful AI in Learning Blog Series post.
- Prompt Engineering: This guide breaks down how to construct highly effective prompts using a structured framework tailored specifically for educational needs. Learn how to improve your daily outputs by exploring the Mastering the Art of the Prompt blog post.
- Practical Adoption: Moving from AI-curious to AI-capable means understanding AI as pattern-recognition software, treating it as a professional assistant rather than a replacement, and safeguarding student data. See how educators put this into practice by reading the Empowering the Modern Educator: AI in the Classroom post.
- Resilient Assessments: Traditional test designs must evolve to focus on critical thinking, student reflection, and authentic learning outcomes. Explore practical instructional modifications in the Creating AI Resilient Assessments blog post.
- Student Guidelines: Setting overt boundaries helps learners understand responsible use and maintain academic integrity. Review strategies for setting transparent classroom expectations in the Articulating Expectations: Responsible AI Use for Learners post.
Ready to Begin? Enroll Today!
Do not miss out on this opportunity to build your skills and guide your students safely into the future.
Visit the On-Demand Training Portal to enroll in the Fundamentals of AI Literacy course today! If you’re also looking for more information on the course and AI, check out the On-Demand blog.
