Technology, AI & Sustainable Productivity
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As people "Fall” into a rhythm, the excitement of a new academic year gives way to familiar reality: calendars fill, priorities compete, and the pace accelerates.
This month’s focus centers on maximizing existing or new technology to thrive in TCU’s fast-moving workplace. Integrating technology appropriately into one’s workflow allows for smarter use of tools, sharper focus on priorities, and a productive, efficient approach to daily responsibilities.
Sometimes using technology can create fear around change, or insecurity about how much or how little knowledge and skills one possesses. If you are hesitant or experience anxiety when learning and using new technologies, software, or digital devices, TCU has skilled professionals and students who can help.
Contact hremployeesuccess@tcu.edu to initiate a private conversation and be connected to resources.
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This month features two LinkedIn Learning pathways tailor-made for an efficient workday while building confidence with today's workplace tools. These learning paths can be completed in multiple sittings. LinkedIn Learning keeps track of your progress.
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Technology Basics in
Higher Education, Especially AI
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| Mastering Productivity...
on Most Days
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The first learning path introduces essential technology skills and foundational AI concepts to help build greater confidence with today's digital tools. Explore these practical strategies for using technology, understanding the basics of artificial intelligence, and enhancing productivity in support
of teaching, learning, research, and daily work.
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Explore this learning path on practical strategies for prioritizing work, managing time, and reducing distractions while building sustainable habits. Building stronger focus throughout the semester for productivity is about making meaningful progress on what matters most.
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Need a refresh on TCU’s AI policy and data use? Save this page for ongoing updates. Tools: AI & TCU Data
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| Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI — Ethan Mollick
In this book, Mollick explores how AI can help us think, create, solve problems, and improve our work while also addressing its limitations and ethical considerations.
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- Understand how AI can serve as a practical partner in everyday work.
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Explore ways to use AI to think, create and solve problems more effectively.
- Recognize the capabilities and limitations of emerging AI tools.
- Build a more thoughtful and responsible approach to working with AI.
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September Professional Development Challenge
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Choose one.
Will you focus on strengthening your technology skills or productivity this month?
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Explore an AI tool for a recurring task.
- Learn a new feature in a tool you use.
- Schedule focus time and protect it.
- Practice saying no to one nonessential commitment.
- Complete one course from the September LinkedIn Learning Collection.
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A simple tool to help you focus, reduce distractions and build intentional breaks into your day.
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Email HREvents@tcu.edu to share what you've tried and be entered to win the Pomodoro timer.
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Hosted by Erik Fisher, a longtime productivity podcast host and producer, Beyond the To-Do List features conversations with authors, researchers and productivity experts about working more intentionally and effectively.
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Laura Vanderkam
Bestselling Author
& Time-Use Expert
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| - Rethink how you manage your time.
- Make more intentional choices about priorities.
- Take greater control of your calendar.
- Apply practical strategies to busy workdays.
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Laura Vanderkam is a bestselling author and time-use expert whose work explores how people spend their time and make room for what matters. In this episode, she and Fisher discuss moving beyond the feeling of never having enough time and taking a more intentional approach to schedules, priorities and goals.
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When Developing an AI Strategy,
Beware the Urgency Trap |
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| Make Time For the Work That Matters |
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Your suggestions help us curate future learning sessions, newsletter topics, and professional development opportunities that are timely, practical, and meaningful for our entire TCU community. Share with us at HREvents@tcu.edu. Together, we continue building a culture of continuous learning at TCU. Go Frogs!
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Questions? Reach out to us at hrevents@tcu.edu
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