To enhance educational practices through cutting-edge technology, Dr. Amin Davoodi, Assistant Professor of Bilingual/ESL Education at The University of Texas Permian Basin, was invited to Galen University in Belize to lead a comprehensive faculty training program focused on integrating AI into teaching.
The four-day visit, organized by Galen University’s Provost, provided a platform for faculty members across various disciplines to engage with the latest advancements in AI and learn how to incorporate these technologies into their classrooms. Dr. Davoodi’s visit featured a series of collaborative meetings, where discussions centered around innovation in higher education and the evolving role of technology in instruction.
The highlight of the trip was a full-day, hands-on workshop, where Dr. Davoodi guided faculty members through practical applications of AI tools. Topics included developing customized solutions using GPT-based technologies and leveraging existing AI tools to enhance instructional methods. The training emphasized strategies that faculty members could immediately implement to foster student engagement and improve learning outcomes.
Feedback from the faculty at Galen University was overwhelmingly positive. Participants praised Dr. Davoodi’s expertise and the actionable insights he provided, noting that the workshop demystified AI and gave them valuable tools for transforming their teaching. The training marked a significant step in Galen University’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence and innovation, with faculty
members eager to apply their newfound knowledge from UTPB’s professor in the upcoming academic year.
Dr. Davoodi’s visit highlights UTPB’s influence in international educational circles and underscores the University’s dedication to fostering global collaboration in the integration of technology in education.
Join us in congratulating Dr. Davoodi on his successful effort to impact innovative learning not only in the Permian Basin, but across the globe.
