About
Learn more about my inspiration to
lead the shift
for AI in education.
About
Hi, I’m Ashley Evans — a tenured professor and prior Program Chair of Software Development & Cloud Computing. I help colleges and learning institutions to design AI teaching & assessment strategies that are rigorous and student-driven.
I'm excited by the challenges of AI in education - and how educators can respond by creating practical, hands-on learning experiences that help students navigate our rapidly changing, AI-infused educational landscape.
Background
I got my start in the engineering industry, working on embedded systems and reliability at GM, Siemens, and Lockheed Martin. However, I found my true purpose in the classroom. I now use that hands-on foundation to empower the next generation, designing curriculum that prepares future engineers for the reality of the work.
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Leadership
As a tenured professor, I'm in the trenches figuring out how to teach software and cloud computing without losing students to ChatGPT. I design curricula that balance modern tech with old-school critical thinking. I help other educators move past the hype to find practical, student-centered ways to manage AI in their courses.
Scholarship & Press
At UCF's 2025 "Teaching and Learning with AI" Conference, I presented Designing Assignments That AI Can't Solve. The session became the most-attended of the event and sparked wider discussion across higher-ed. My work has been featured in The Chronicle of Higher Education and Active Learning in Political Science.
Let's Collaborate
I'm booking speaking engagements and faculty workshops for Spring 2026, Summer 2026, and Fall 2026. If your institution is exploring AI-integrated teaching or designing AI-resistant assignments, I'd love to help.