professional development Archives - Betting On Me https://www.lynnfaustin.com/tag/professional-development/ Live Your Purpose Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:38:54 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 Some Things Still Require Humans: The Judgment Behind Saying Yes https://www.lynnfaustin.com/some-things-still-require-humans-what-my-first-pd-summit-presentation-taught-me/ https://www.lynnfaustin.com/some-things-still-require-humans-what-my-first-pd-summit-presentation-taught-me/#respond Sat, 22 Aug 2026 16:00:49 +0000 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/?p=7214 Fresh off finishing my doctorate and busier than ever, I said yes to my first faculty PD summit presentation anyway. Here's what that decision, and C-Man and Sir Claude a-lot, taught me about the judgment AI still can't do for us.

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]]> https://www.lynnfaustin.com/some-things-still-require-humans-what-my-first-pd-summit-presentation-taught-me/feed/ 0 🧭 AI & Higher-Education Global Brief — Wednesday, September 10, 2025 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/%f0%9f%a7%ad-ai-higher-education-global-brief-wednesday-september-10-2025/ https://www.lynnfaustin.com/%f0%9f%a7%ad-ai-higher-education-global-brief-wednesday-september-10-2025/#respond Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:14:40 +0000 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/?p=6097 As AI moves from pilot projects into everyday tools, real progress depends on faculty capacity. This piece centers instructors co-designing rubrics, syllabus policies, and course workflows—paired with LMS/Workspace integrations and emerging research infrastructure—so platforms amplify learning, integrity, and scholarship rather than replace human judgment.

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]]> https://www.lynnfaustin.com/%f0%9f%a7%ad-ai-higher-education-global-brief-wednesday-september-10-2025/feed/ 0 AI & Higher Education Global News Summary: July 17, 2025 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/ai-higher-education-global-news-summary-july-17-2025/ https://www.lynnfaustin.com/ai-higher-education-global-news-summary-july-17-2025/#respond Thu, 17 Jul 2025 21:01:29 +0000 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/?p=5691 Faculty-led labs, interdisciplinary pilots, and inclusive tools aren’t just strategies—they're signals that the future of AI in higher education will be shaped by those who teach, guide, and listen.

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]]> https://www.lynnfaustin.com/ai-higher-education-global-news-summary-july-17-2025/feed/ 0 AI Higher Education: Governance, Faculty, and Strategic Transformation https://www.lynnfaustin.com/ai-higher-education-governance-faculty-and-strategic-transformation/ https://www.lynnfaustin.com/ai-higher-education-governance-faculty-and-strategic-transformation/#respond Sat, 05 Jul 2025 18:16:24 +0000 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/?p=5616 In this episode of Betting on Me: Inspiration Moments, Lynn F. Austin explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping higher education—from faculty empowerment and governance to strategic literacy and institutional transformation. Tune in for timely insights and forward-thinking perspectives designed to guide educators, leaders, and changemakers in the digital age.

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]]> https://www.lynnfaustin.com/ai-higher-education-governance-faculty-and-strategic-transformation/feed/ 0 Decoding AI in 2025: Terms Everyone Should Know to Stay Ahead https://www.lynnfaustin.com/decoding-ai-in-2025-terms-everyone-should-know-to-stay-ahead/ https://www.lynnfaustin.com/decoding-ai-in-2025-terms-everyone-should-know-to-stay-ahead/#respond Mon, 09 Jun 2025 18:15:23 +0000 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/?p=5089 From “agentic AI” to “vibe coding,” the language of artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving. Understanding these key terms isn’t just for tech experts—it’s for anyone who wants to stay relevant in a world powered by smart technology. Discover essential AI terms that will help you decode today’s digital revolution and navigate the future with confidence.

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]]> https://www.lynnfaustin.com/decoding-ai-in-2025-terms-everyone-should-know-to-stay-ahead/feed/ 0 Why ‘Soft Skills’ Are Now ‘Power Skills’ — The Superpower for Success https://www.lynnfaustin.com/why-soft-skills-are-now-power-skills-the-superpower-for-success/ https://www.lynnfaustin.com/why-soft-skills-are-now-power-skills-the-superpower-for-success/#respond Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:59:08 +0000 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/?p=5077 What if I told you that the most important skills for career success aren’t technical at all? While AI and automation take over routine tasks, it’s human-centered skills like empathy, creativity, and emotional intelligence — now called power skills — that are driving career growth and leadership success. No longer “nice-to-haves,” these skills are the must-haves for anyone looking to thrive in a world where adaptability, innovation, and connection are key. Learn how to develop the power skills that set you apart, fuel innovation, and make you an unstoppable force in your career.

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]]> https://www.lynnfaustin.com/why-soft-skills-are-now-power-skills-the-superpower-for-success/feed/ 0 Beyond the Badge: How Milestones Move Us Toward Purposeful Growth https://www.lynnfaustin.com/beyond-the-badge-how-milestones-move-us-toward-purposeful-growth/ https://www.lynnfaustin.com/beyond-the-badge-how-milestones-move-us-toward-purposeful-growth/#respond Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:49:48 +0000 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/?p=5411 When it comes to growth, too many people wait for the 'perfect moment' — but that moment doesn’t exist. Progress doesn’t require perfection, it requires movement. In this post, I’m sharing the story behind my latest milestone: earning the 2024 Teaching Professor Conference on AI in Education digital badge. But this is about more than a badge — it’s about embracing challenges, betting on yourself, and taking bold steps toward growth. I’m also offering insight on how you can navigate your next milestone, especially if it involves understanding and applying AI in education. Let’s grow together

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]]> https://www.lynnfaustin.com/beyond-the-badge-how-milestones-move-us-toward-purposeful-growth/feed/ 0 Transforming Education Through Technology: Embracing Innovation With Purpose https://www.lynnfaustin.com/transforming-education-through-technology-embracing-innovation-with-purpose/ https://www.lynnfaustin.com/transforming-education-through-technology-embracing-innovation-with-purpose/#respond Thu, 05 Dec 2024 19:14:17 +0000 https://www.lynnfaustin.com/?p=5293 AI is revolutionizing education, offering personalized tools to empower students and educators while preparing for a tech-driven future. But with opportunities come challenges. Learn how to embrace AI as a partner in purposeful learning and growth.

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