Practical AI Resources for Educators
March 03, 2026
Posted by STLCC in AI Articles and Guides
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how students learn—and how educators teach. From AI-assisted writing to automated research tools, many students are already using these technologies in and out of the classroom.
For educators, the question isn’t whether AI will impact your course—it’s how to respond in a way that supports learning, maintains academic integrity and prepares students for the future.
If you’re looking for practical, ready-to-use guidance, these trusted resources offer a strong starting point.
STLCC's Preferred AI Platform
What it is: STLCC’s main AI platform, with tools and support for teaching and course design.
Why it matters: BoodleBox offers guidance on integrating AI into your classroom, from assignment design to student use. It’s a practical resource for setting expectations, supporting learning and navigating AI in a way that aligns with your course goals.
Course Design, Policies and Classroom Strategy
University of Michigan Center for Research on Learning and Teaching (CRLT)
What it is: A nationally respected teaching center focused on evidence-based instruction.
Why it matters: Offers ready-to-use syllabus language, assignment design ideas (including both “AI-resistant” and “AI-inclusive” approaches) and guidance on how to talk with students about AI expectations.
Getting Started with AI in Teaching
What it is: A practical resource hub developed by Harvard’s teaching and learning leadership.
Why it matters: Includes clear “getting started” guides, prompt design strategies and thoughtful insights into the limitations and biases of AI tools—helping you teach with both confidence and caution.
Online and Hybrid Learning Strategies
Online Learning Consortium (OLC)
What it is: A leading community of educators and instructional designers focused on digital learning.
Why it matters: Especially valuable for online and hybrid courses, with playbooks and strategies designed to integrate AI into virtual learning environments.
What This Means for STLCC Classrooms
AI doesn’t require a complete course redesign—but it does invite small, intentional changes. Many educators are already:
- Updating syllabus policies to clarify AI use
- Designing assignments that emphasize process, not just output
- Incorporating AI as a tool for brainstorming or revision
- Creating space for conversations about ethics and accountability
The goal isn’t to eliminate AI—it’s to help students use it in ways that support learning, not replace it.
Simple Ways to Get Started
If you’re not sure where to begin, try one of these low-lift approaches:
- Add a short AI policy statement to your syllabus
- Ask students to reflect on how they used AI in an assignment
- Redesign one assignment to include drafts or checkpoints
- Discuss AI openly in class to set expectations early
Small steps can make a big difference in setting clear, consistent expectations.
Final Thought
AI is already part of the learning environment. By taking a proactive approach, educators can help students build not just technical skills—but critical thinking, ethical awareness and confidence in their own work.
Download STLCC's AI strategic plan to review our structured, college-wide approach to adopting artificial intelligence responsibly—focusing on ethical use, data privacy, workforce readiness and clear governance to support both student success and institutional innovation.
