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Simple Syllabus is a centralized, template-driven platform that enables instructors to personalize and publish interactive class syllabi quickly.

Starting Fall 2025, Syllabi for all courses (with specific exceptions) are required by state law to be posted in Simple Syllabus. For more information about Simple Syllabus and tutorials, please click on the following link: Instruction@UH - Simple Syllabus.

We're embracing artificial intelligence at UH! Join the AI and ChatGPT User Group and connect with the community. This is an excellent platform to discover more about AI and exchange ideas on integrating it into instruction and research. To become a member, search for "AI and ChatGPT" in TEAMS or email Teresa Acosta to request an invite. Additionally, the AI and ChatGPT blog offers a chance for you to share your insights on AI. If you wish to submit your work for review, please send your Word or .txt document to fdis@uh.edu.

We're embracing artificial intelligence at UH! Join the AI and ChatGPT User Group and connect with the community. This is an excellent platform to discover more about AI and exchange ideas on integrating it into instruction and research. To become a member, search for "AI and ChatGPT" in TEAMS or email Teresa Acosta to request an invite. Additionally, the AI and ChatGPT blog offers a chance for you to share your insights on AI. If you wish to submit your work for review, please send your Word or .txt document to fdis@uh.edu.

As AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude AI become more widely used,  Instructors are encouraged to take advantage of the Turnitin AI writing detection tool to help supplement their discussions with students about AI use in the classroom. 

*Note: This tool is recommended for use only as a guide.

Have you heard of Canvas New Analytics?  It is an interactive data visualization tool that's available in all courses to all instructors. Visit the Using Canvas New Analytics page to learn more about how to make the most of this feature.