AI in Teaching and Learning

USF College of Education Research Group

  • Exploring AI's impact on teaching practices
  • Collaborative research and pilot studies
  • Innovative approaches to assessment and classroom design

About Our Research Group

Our research group brings together faculty and researchers from the USF College of Education who are passionate about exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming teaching and learning. We provide a collaborative space to investigate AI's impact on educational practices, student experiences, and classroom innovation.

Our Research Focus Areas

  • Teaching Practice Evolution: How AI tools are changing the way educators design lessons, deliver instruction, and engage with students.
  • Student Learning Experiences: Understanding how students interact with AI technologies and their impact on learning outcomes and engagement.
  • Assessment Innovation: Exploring new approaches to evaluation and feedback in AI-enhanced learning environments.
  • Classroom Design & Environment: Investigating how physical and digital learning spaces adapt to incorporate AI technologies effectively.
AI Research in Education

What We Do

Collaborative Research Projects

Small-scale pilot studies and larger research initiatives exploring AI's role in education

Knowledge Sharing

Regular meetings to share findings, discuss trends, and explore collaboration opportunities

Publications & Presentations

Disseminating research findings through academic publications and conference presentations

Grant Opportunities

Collaborative grant writing and funding pursuit for AI in education research

Frequently Asked Questions

The research group is open to faculty, graduate students, and research staff from the USF College of Education who are interested in exploring AI's impact on teaching and learning. We welcome researchers from all education disciplines who want to collaborate on AI-related projects.

Our research focuses on four main areas: how AI is changing teaching practices, student experiences with AI learning tools, innovative assessment approaches in AI-enhanced environments, and the evolution of classroom design to incorporate AI technologies.

Absolutely! The group exists specifically to foster collaboration. We regularly connect members with shared interests for joint research projects, co-authored publications, and collaborative grant applications. Many of our most successful projects emerge from these partnerships.

We welcome researchers at all experience levels! The group provides a supportive environment for learning about AI in education. Experienced members often mentor newcomers, and we regularly share resources, tools, and learning opportunities to help everyone develop their expertise.

The group actively pursues various funding sources including NSF, Department of Education grants, and internal USF funding. We support members in developing grant proposals and often collaborate on larger multi-investigator applications to increase our competitiveness.

Contact Us

Research Group Information

Located in: University of South Florida College of Education
Address: 4110 USF Apple Dr, Tampa, FL 33620
Phone: (813) 974-3400

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