Adam Channell, PhD, has been accepted as a scholar into the highly selective Harvard Macy Institute program, Technology and AI: Transforming Health Professions Education.
Dr. Channell, who serves as an assistant professor in the Department of Medical Education at WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed), learned of his acceptance into the program in November. His work in the eight-week online professional development course will officially begin in February.
“The conversation around AI is seemingly everywhere right now, including medical education,” Dr. Channell said. “I envision WMed being at the forefront of incorporating AI tools into our curriculum.”
The innovative program brings together leaders in education, technology, and innovation from institutions around the world. Participation represents a significant investment in professional growth and is a major recognition of Dr. Channell’s expertise and potential impact in the field. During his time in the program, Dr. Channell will get the opportunity to work alongside global faculty and scholars to develop transformative approaches to technology-enhanced learning across the continuum of medical education.
According to the Harvard Macy Institute website, the program’s curriculum “enables participants to reimagine their teaching and leadership within technology-enriched environments. Participants learn to design impactful, evidence-based learning experiences for all levels of health professions education learners by integrating generative AI, innovative digital tools, and universal design principles that foster accessibility and engagement.”
The program also includes hands-on practice in custom GPT design, video editing, infographic development, and microteaching, among other things, according to the website.
“I’m excited to work alongside other educational leaders through the Harvard Macy Institute and bring my experiences back to my colleagues to improve the student experience at WMed,” Dr. Channell said.