The Packback Blog

AI Training for Educators

Packback has compiled a library of AI training materials to help educators stay up to date on the latest developments in AI, and discover new and exciting ways to integrate AI into the classroom. Whether you are an evangelist about using AI in the classroom or are a bit unsure about the role these tools …

Applauding Excellence: Dr. Pam Sulger’s 2022 eLearning Award and Her Impact with Packback

Dr. Pam Sulger, the Pima Online Department Chair for Psychology and Social Services at Pima College, was recently awarded the 2022 Award for Excellence in eLearning: Innovative eLearning Technology.  This award recognized her outstanding use of Packback for her PSY101 course. By integrating Packback, Dr. Sulger has revolutionized her approach to student engagement and learning, …

UNT Conducts Research on Impact of Packback on Asynchronous Discussion

A research study at the University of North Texas spanning three semesters evaluated the effectiveness of Packback on online discussions. By analyzing 14,500 posts from over 800 students, the researchers studied how Packback’s AI-assigned “Curiosity Scores” compared with a subject-matter expert’s assessment of a post. They also examined how instructor feedback via private coaching, public …