Day 1
University of Central Punjab Organizes Training Workshop on Generative AI in Research and Academics
The University of Central Punjab (UCP), through its Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) & Learning Innovation Centre (LIC), organized Day 1 – Artificial Intelligence in Research under the Training Workshop on the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Research and Academics.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, delivered the first session, introducing generative AI, its pros and cons in learning, and ways to use it without compromising academic honesty. He also demonstrated AI tools for outlining, searching, understanding, and writing, along with practical insights on handling AI detection responsibly.
The second session by Dr. Hammad Naveed focused on Research Integrity, emphasizing originality, credibility, and ethical standards in adopting AI technologies.
The first batch trained 100 faculty members from all nine UCP faculties, marking a significant step in faculty development and the responsible integration of AI in academia.
Day 2
Second Batch of AI in Teaching and Learning Workshop Trains Over 120 UCP Faculty Members
The Office of Research, Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC), in collaboration with the Learning Innovation Centre (LIC), successfully organized Day 2 – Artificial Intelligence in Academics, as part of UCP’s continuing initiative to build faculty capacity in the Use of Generative AI in Research and Academics.
Led by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Akhyar Farrukh, Director ORIC, the workshop provided practical insights into Generative AI (GenAI) tools for teaching and learning.
The session covered applications in course generation, grammar checking, lesson planning, assignments, paraphrasing, assessments, quizzes, note-making, and question preparation. Faculty members also explored the use of AI-driven prompts and templates to enhance classroom teaching and professional development.
The program emphasized AI-based course design, crafting learning objectives and outcomes, and rethinking Bloom’s Taxonomy in the age of AI.
Participants were guided in developing modules, lessons, assignments, presentations, assessments, and feedback through AI integration for more engaging and effective teaching.
With over 120 faculty members participating in this second batch, the workshop underscored UCP’s commitment to equipping its educators with cutting-edge digital tools and fostering future-ready classrooms while maintaining academic quality.
