Implementation of an AI activity to teach interprofessional roles and responsibilities

Introduction Interprofessional education (IPE) is a core component for preparing health care professionals for collaborative practice. Leveraging technology to support IPE can enhance active team‐based learning. At the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin), a longitudinal IPE course fosters team‐based learning through modules aligned with the Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) core competencies. In the Fall of 2024, an artificial intelligence (AI)‐generated image activity was introduced to enhance the roles and responsibilities module, replacing an Interprofessional Pictionary activity. Objective This IPE activity aimed to assess the impact of incorporating an AI‐generated image activity on student perceptions of learning outcomes related to IPEC Core Competency #2, roles and responsibilities, compared to a historical cohort who completed the same module using a conventional Interprofessional Pictionary activity. Methods The module engaged 36 interprofessional teams of students from pharmacy, nursing, medicine, and social work. Teams used AI tools to generate images representing assigned professions, focusing on stereotypes, perceptions, and biases. Faculty facilitators guided teams through image analysis, fostering dialogue on professional stereotypes and the implications for collaboration and patient care. Results Quantitative analysis of student evaluations from 2023 ( n = 225) and 2024 ( n = 241) revealed similar or improved outcomes for the AI‐enhanced module. Significant increases were observed in students' understanding of others' professions ( p = 0.008) and perceptions of mutual trust and respect ( p = 0.042) after completing the AI activity. A thematic analysis of student comments revealed primary themes of relevance and engagement, reflection on stereotypes and biases, and application to professional development. Conclusions Leveraging technology to enhance existing IPE teaching methods can enhance student‐perceived learning about roles and responsibilities, expose students to emerging technologies, and contribute to a team climate of mutual trust and respect. Health educators have the opportunity to evaluate their current and previously used IPE teaching methods and consider how AI can also serve as a tool to generate dynamic educational sessions.