Moodle AI Testing: Insights from an Instructional Designer’s Perspective - Chad Bousley

Presentation Description

Artificial intelligence is one of the most talked-about developments in higher education, but how does it actually work within Moodle? This session shares lessons learned from an instructional design team that has been testing AI tools and integrations in real Moodle courses.
We will provide an overview of the testing process, including the types of AI tools evaluated, the methods used to assess their effectiveness, and the challenges encountered along the way. The session highlights both the potential benefits of AI—such as streamlining content development and supporting personalized learning—and its shortcomings, particularly around accessibility, transparency, and academic integrity.
Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of the current landscape of AI in Moodle; what it can realistically achieve, where it falls short, and how to make informed decisions about using it in their own teaching. Rather than focusing on hype, this session emphasizes practical insights and evidence-based reflections that educators can immediately apply when considering AI integration in their courses.

About the Presenter

Chad is the Senior Instructional Designer at Oakland University as well as a Moodle trainer and H5P Ambassador. He has experience working in secondary and higher education as a language teacher since 2014 and as an instructional designer and e-learning specialist since 2020. He holds a Master’s degree in German studies and TESOL from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Arts in German studies and classical guitar performance from Albion College.