{"id":600,"date":"2026-08-20T14:34:31","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T14:34:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myapps.northcarolina.edu\/faculty\/?page_id=600"},"modified":"2026-08-21T17:38:44","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T17:38:44","slug":"faculty-learning-communities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/myapps.northcarolina.edu\/faculty\/resources\/faculty-learning-communities\/","title":{"rendered":"Faculty Learning Communities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#0F4876&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;27px||27px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;Faculty Learning Communities&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;38px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;|700||on|||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; text_letter_spacing=&#8221;1px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Faculty Resources<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#DBE2E9&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;24px||15px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||20px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>2026-27 Faculty Learning Community: <span><strong>Generative AI in Teaching and Learning<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span>During the 2026-27 academic year, the UNC System is supporting the Generative AI in Teaching and Learning Faculty Learning Community (FLC). <\/span><span>This FLC is an interdisciplinary initiative open to faculty members, librarians, and instructional professionals across the UNC System. <\/span><span>This community focuses on exploring and leveraging Generative AI in Teaching and Learning. Through collaborative discussions, webinars, and hands-on activities, participants will discuss ways to responsibly use Generative AI technologies in their teaching so that AI technology enhances the learning experience while also mitigating the potential negative consequences. The FLC will be facilitated by a faculty members with experience in Generative AI in an educational context who will guide participants through the discussions and practical application activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/myapps.northcarolina.edu\/faculty\/resources\/faculty-learning-communities\/#FLC&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Learn more about this FLC&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||14px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>What is a Faculty Learning Community?<\/h2>\n<p><span>A Faculty Learning Community (FLC) is a form of professional development that brings together cross-disciplinary groups of professors, librarians, and instructional professionals to engage over a period of time in an active and collaborative program focused on building a sense of community and enhancing teaching and learning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>How does it work?<\/h3>\n<p><span>The FLCs are peer-led by faculty and instructional professionals across the system. There are regular synchronous or asynchronous discussions over the academic year and participants are encouraged and supported in exploring and applying the concepts and tools under consideration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Key Benefits<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Professional Growth<\/strong>: Participants will gain valuable insights into timely topics and key strategies in teaching and learning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collaborative Learning<\/strong>: Participants will engage in meaningful discussions and exchange ideas with colleagues from various campuses and backgrounds, fostering a collaborative and enriching learning experience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Practical Implementation<\/strong>: Throughout the program, participants will have the opportunity to apply concepts to their teaching practice and will be supported in developing one or more learning activities or teaching resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#DBE2E9&#8243; divider_weight=&#8221;3px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; module_id=&#8221;FLC&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Generative AI in Teaching and Learning FLC (Fall 2026-Spring 2027)<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h3>\n<p><span>The Generative AI in Teaching and Learning FLC is an interdisciplinary initiative open to faculty members, librarians, and instructional professionals across the University of North Carolina (UNC) System. This community focuses on exploring and leveraging Generative AI in Teaching and Learning. Through collaborative discussions, webinars, and hands-on activities, participants will discuss ways to responsibly use Generative AI technologies in their teaching so that AI technology enhances the learning experience while also mitigating the potential negative consequences. The FLC will be facilitated by a faculty members with experience in Generative AI in an educational context who will guide participants through the discussions and practical application activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is it for?<\/h3>\n<p><span>This FLC is designed for faculty members, librarians, and instructional professionals from diverse academic disciplines within the UNC System. Whether participants are seasoned tech-savvy educators or just starting to explore the potential of AI in education, this community offers a supportive and inclusive environment for all levels of expertise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Activities<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Monthly or Bi-Monthly Discussions:<\/strong> The FLC will hold regular synchronous and asynchronous discussions, including Zoom meetings for those whose schedule allows. Sessions may feature expert guest speakers, interactive workshops, and open discussions centered around Generative AI in teaching and learning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hands-On Activities:<\/strong> Participants will have the opportunity to engage in practical, hands-on activities that involve exploring various Generative AI tools and platforms, experiment with their applications, and brainstorm creative ways to integrate them into educational contexts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Online Collaboration and Resource Sharing:<\/strong> Between meetings, participants can access resources and seek guidance from facilitators and fellow community members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Facilitators (2026-2027)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.7&#8243; 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