What happens when an instructional designer combines deep learning theory with AI-powered tools to rethink hybrid and flipped course design? In this episode, we dive into a real projects at NC State that helped instructors reimagine their courses not just with templates, but with thoughtful structure, smart prompts, and meaningful support.

We’ll explore:

• A fresh design approach grounded in what helps students actually learn
• How AI (like ChatGPT) was used to guide, not replace instructor creativity
• Challenges and wins from working with instructors across disciplines
• And how you can use the same free bots designed during this project to jump-start your own course redesign

If you’ve ever felt stuck adapting your course for hybrid or flipped delivery, or you’re curious about AI’s role in teaching, this episode offers a grounded, practical look at what’s working and what’s possible.

Be sure to check out some of the resources mentioned in this episode:

• Yan's Course Design AI Bots
• Yan's Published Article: Integrating cognition, self-regulation, motivation, and metacognition: a framework of post-pandemic flipped classroom design

Be sure to stay on the lookout for the application period for DELTA grants programs: https://grants.delta.ncsu.edu/hybrid-learning-grants/