Generative AI Bootcamp for College Faculty

City Colleges of Chicago-Center Of Excellence Tech

A hands‑on Generative AI bootcamp for non‑technical college faculty across the Midwest. No coding or technical background required.

Malcolm X College

<h2>Ready to dive into the world of AI?!!!</h2>Designed for non‑technical college faculty, this Generative AI bootcamp explores how Amazon Web Services (AWS) tools can be used to enhance teaching, learning, and curriculum without requiring a technical background.Artificial intelligence is transforming higher education but many faculty are expected to engage with AI without being technologists. This Generative AI Bootcamp is designed specifically for college faculty across the Midwest who want to understand and use AI in their teaching. No technical or coding background required.Through guided, hands‑on learning, participants will explore generative AI concepts and AWS tools in an accessible, instructional context, with a focus on real classroom application rather than technical depth.Why Attend<ul><li>Learn what generative AI is (and isn’t) in clear, non‑technical language</li><li>Explore how AWS AI tools can be used in teaching and learning environments</li><li>Discover practical ways to integrate AI into assignments, activities, and curriculum across disciplines</li><li>Build confidence using AI tools responsibly with students</li><li>Connect with faculty peers navigating AI integration in higher education</li></ul>Who This Is For<ul><li>College and university faculty across all disciplines</li><li>Educators curious about AI but unsure where to begin</li><li>Faculty seeking practical, low‑barrier ways to incorporate AI into their courses </li></ul>Learning OutcomesBy the end of this bootcamp, participants will be able to:<ul><li>Explain core generative AI concepts in plain language</li><li>Identify AWS AI tools relevant to instructional use</li><li>Describe practical, discipline‑agnostic use cases for AI in the classroom</li><li>Apply AI thoughtfully to support student learning, creativity, and engagement</li><li>Recognize key considerations around responsible and ethical AI use in academic settings</li></ul>The Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative Powered by AWSAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud, enabling customers to build almost anything they can imagine. AWS offers the greatest choice of innovative cloud and AI capabilities and expertise, on the most extensive global infrastructure, with industry-leading security, reliability, and performance.City Colleges of Chicago is a gateway to higher education for many Chicagoans, especially residents from underserved communities. With our new and refreshed tech programs, designed with industry partners to meet tech sector needs, City Colleges is well positioned to reduce the tech education gap and help diversify the field. Our partners in this work include leading technology experts from the field, faculty with deep tech experience, and a dedicated team of staff at City Colleges.City Colleges of Chicago serves as a regional lead institution for Amazon Web Services (AWS) Machine Learning University and has established the Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative Powered by AWS. Read more: <a href="https://colleges.ccc.edu/2026/03/13/city-colleges-of-chicago-establishes-the-midwest-ai-machine-learning-initiative-powered-by-aws/" title="https://colleges.ccc.edu/2026/03/13/city-colleges-of-chicago-establishes-the-midwest-ai-machine-learning-initiative-powered-by-aws/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">City Colleges of Chicago Establishes the Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative Powered by AWS - CCC</a>

DEADLINE TO REGISTER - July 11, 2026Visit the <a href="https://coe.ccc.edu/tech/" title="https://coe.ccc.edu/tech/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Center of Excellence in Tech at the City Colleges of Chicago</a> for more information about us being your 'Education Partner for Tech'Contact us at tech@ccc.edu for more information

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