Curiosity for the Common Good: A Catholic and Marianist Approach to AI

Authors

• Lee J. Dixon, University of DaytonFollow
• Meghan R. Henning, University of DaytonFollow
• Amanda Shannon (0009-0001-0617-2191), University of DaytonFollow
• Esther Brownsmith, University of DaytonFollow

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Description

Set for release in mid-2026, this book, an open educational resource, considers the emergence of artificial intelligence at a Catholic and Marianist university. Its chapters center mission in conversations about AI, especially in relation to pedagogy.

Publication Date

6-4-2026

Keywords

Artificial intelligence in Catholic Higher Education, AI

Comments

The document available for download, "A Mission-Centered Approach to AI: Representing 'Fidelity to the Mess' through the Five I's," is a presentation that addresses some of the themes in the book.

Recommended Citation

Dixon, Lee J.; Henning, Meghan R.; Shannon, Amanda; and Brownsmith, Esther, "Curiosity for the Common Good: A Catholic and Marianist Approach to AI" (2026). Books and Book Chapters by University of Dayton Faculty. 160.
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/books/160