Another workshop in the “Return to Science” series, designed for parents returning to work after a career break who need to reorient themselves in today’s research environment.
Online Workshop: AI in Academic Practice
Friday, November 13, 2026
8:30–11:30 / online
Discover the possibilities of artificial intelligence in the academic environment through a hands-on workshop focused on its effective, safe, and ethical use. The course combines basic theoretical knowledge with practical demonstrations and is intended for anyone who wants to make meaningful use of AI in their research, teaching, or creative practice.
Course Content:
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Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence — key concepts, how AI works, and its limitations.
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Practical use of AI tools — working with chatbots, image generators, and research systems to support creative and academic activities.
- Ethics and Security — risks of using AI at the university, issues of oversharing and plagiarism, and principles of responsible use.
The course is part of a framework for refreshing key competencies, strengthening professional identity, and confidently returning to research practice.
Instructor Radek Petřík works as an information literacy instructor at the Palacký University Library. He teaches how to effectively search for scholarly resources and how to cite them correctly. He also addresses issues related to artificial intelligence in the context of academic ethics and integrity. He completed the course “Artificial Intelligence for Higher Education Professionals” at Dorset College in Dublin.
Link to registration HERE.