From Python to Copilot: Scaling an AI Chatbot to Support Critical Thinking in Research Methods
Presented by Sara Kien, Department of Psychological Sciences
This presentation showcases the migration of Reese Erch, an AI chatbot designed to support critical thinking in research methods, from a standalone Python application to Microsoft Copilot. The move enables 24/7 access across a broad range of research methods courses and disciplines, dramatically expanding scalability and student reach. The session will highlight design decisions, instructional use cases, and a proposed plan for collecting data on student interaction, engagement, and perceived learning benefits.
