AI Integration for Enhanced Athletic Training Education
Abstract:
In the evolving landscape of athletic training education, the integration of cutting-edge technologies is necessary to prepare students for the challenges they will face in their careers. However, despite the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), its potential to enhance educational outcomes in athletic training programs remains largely untapped. There is a pressing need to bridge this gap and explore how AI can revolutionize the way athletic training faculty deliver education in this field. This lecture will showcase practical examples of how AI technologies, such as ChatGPT, can be seamlessly integrated into educational practices to enhance learning outcomes. By leveraging AI tools effectively, AT faculty can create engaging learning experiences, streamline administrative tasks and provide personalized support to students. This not only enhances students’ academic success but also equips them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their future roles as athletic trainers.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize fundamental concepts of AI and its relevance to athletic training education.
- Comprehend the potential applications of AI in facilitating course and program outcomes, including enhancing student engagement, automating administrative tasks and providing personalized learning experiences.
- Apply AI tools to design and implement interactive learning activities that promote critical thinking and skill acquisition in athletic training.
Level:
Advanced
Domain(s):
Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis
Domain 4: Therapeutic Intervention
CEUs:
0.5 Category A
Track: Pedagogy
Format: Lecture
In order to earn your CEUs, you must watch the session video in its entirety and complete the assessment.
Erin Pletcher, PhD, LAT, ATC, CSCS
Erin Pletcher, PhD, LAT, ATC, CSCS is an associate professor in the Department of Exercise Science at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA where she teaches graduate level athletic training courses. Her research interest primarily lies within musculoskeletal factors and coordination of athletes and the effects of a competition season on individual athletes.
Dr. Pletcher was an assistant professor at Rowan University from 2017-2020 where she also taught in Rowan’s Athletic Training Education Program. Prior to that, Dr. Pletcher received her doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh while working in the Neuromuscular Research Laboratory / Warrior Human Performance Research Center on injury prevention and performance enhancement in the United States military. Dr. Pletcher has also been the Head Athletic Trainer and Assistant Director of Athletics at Philadelphia University where she oversaw healthcare for 18 varsity sports teams.