MDC Online is currently offering the following courses as AI Enhanced Instruction.
Packback is an interactive discussion platform that encourages thoughtful engagement among students. It enhances learning experiences alongside Canvas by encouraging active discussions, peer interactions, and critical thinking, promoting collaborative learning and a deeper understanding of course content. Packback also provides a writing lab with an artificial intelligence-powered assistant! Packback's AI coach can help any student write engaging and well-supported posts.
| AI Feature | How It Works | Student Engagement | Student Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real-Time Feedback Coach | Provides instant, AI-generated writing feedback (e.g., clarity, grammar, tone, structure). | Students revise posts before submission based on AI suggestions. | Improves writing quality, communication, and self-editing skills. |
| Question & Response Guidance | AI prompts better question-asking by helping refine vague or overly broad queries. | Students iterate on their questions to make them more specific and academically rich. | Develop critical thinking and inquiry-based learning habits. |
| Automated Featured Post Recommendations | Suggests quality student questions and discussion threads to interact with. | Students explore additional content sparked by their curiosity or discussion activity. | Deepen learning and foster cross-topic connections. |
| Instructional AI Chat | GPT-powered chat option that interacts live with students based on their work. | Students interact with a chat tailored to their needs to improve their work without generating work on their behalf. | Access a digital writing tutor while learning how to interact with generative AI in an ethical and responsible way. |
Kyron Learning is an education and grading technology company focused on transforming online learning experiences through interactive, conversation-based AI that directly integrates into Canvas. Unlike generative AI tools that provide one-time answers or auto-generate content, Kyron’s platform is built around sustained dialogue, active problem-solving, and instructional scaffolding aligned with learning objectives. Kyron is deeply grounded in the science of learning. Its AI system engages learners in moments of productive struggle, reinforces understanding through adaptive questioning, and allows for meaningful practice. All of this occurs within the course shell and on demand, giving learners support exactly when they need it. This balance is essential for MDC Online’s goals: enhancing learning and preserving instructor autonomy
| AI Feature | How It Works | Learning Experience | Student Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generated Videos and Experiences | Kyron uses MDC Online course information to generate interactive videos and learning experiences for learners. | MDC Online is bringing static courses to life through these unique experiences. | Learners engage with more dynamic course content that informs, evolves, and responds to their learning. |
| 1:1 Guided Instruction | An AI avatar provides real-time coaching to clarify topics and support learner comprehension. | MDC Online ensures learners receive real-time feedback and support whenever and wherever they take courses. | Learners engage with a coach directly within Canvas, ready to provide support whenever needed. |
| Scenarios | Kyron generates scenarios that require learners to apply new knowledge, while the experience and coaching adapt based on student responses. | MDC Online embeds scenarios directly into courses, giving students opportunities to apply decision-making and analytical skills. AI coaching supports each scenario and adapts based on student responses. | Learners apply knowledge in real-world scenarios with AI guidance to deepen understanding and strengthen communication skills. |
| Individualized Learning Paths | AI powers ongoing analysis and adaptation based on student responses and course goals. | MDC Online uses Kyron to assess learning and provide students with support when they need it. | Learners receive questions and coaching through MDC Online courses that use Kyron. |
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