Automating Presentation Creation for Mizzou’s Accounting Department

Background

The University of Missouri’s Accounting Department faced a recurring challenge in preparing presentations based on the end-of-chapter workbook problems for their courses. These presentations were vital for summarizing key concepts and facilitating discussions in the classroom. However, the manual process of creating these presentations was time-consuming and prone to inconsistencies.

Objectives

1. Automate Presentation Creation: Reduce the time and effort required to create presentations.
2. Ensure Consistency: Maintain a high level of accuracy and uniformity across all presentations.
3. Enhance Engagement: Improve the quality of presentations to enhance student engagement and learning.

Approach

To address these objectives, we designed and implemented an AI-driven solution that leveraged Natural Language Processing (NLP) and automated data processing techniques. The project was divided into several key phases:

1. Requirement Analysis: Collaborated with the accounting department to understand their specific needs and identify the key elements to be included in the presentations.
2. Data Collection and Preparation: Gathered a dataset of end-of-chapter workbook problems and their solutions. This data was cleaned, organized, and formatted for input into the AI model.
3. Model Development: Developed an NLP model using OpenAI’s GPT-4 to analyze the workbook problems and generate concise, coherent presentation slides. The model was trained to identify key points, explanations, and visual elements required for each slide.
4. Automation Workflow: Created an automated workflow using Python to streamline the process. This included integrating the AI model with a presentation software API (e.g., Google Slides or PowerPoint) to automatically generate and format slides.
5. Testing and Validation: Conducted thorough testing to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the generated slides. Gathered feedback from faculty members to fine-tune the model and workflow.
6. Deployment and Training: Deployed the solution and provided training sessions for faculty members to effectively use the new system.

Results

The implementation of the AI-driven automation system brought significant improvements to the presentation creation process:

• Time Efficiency: Reduced the time required to create presentations by over 70%.
• Consistency: Achieved uniformity in presentation format and content, ensuring that all slides adhered to the department’s standards.
• Engagement: Enhanced the quality of presentations, making them more engaging and informative for students.
• Scalability: The system was scalable and adaptable, allowing for easy updates and modifications based on new content or changing requirements.

Conclusion

The collaboration with Mizzou’s Accounting Department showcased the transformative potential of AI in educational settings. By automating the presentation creation process, we not only saved valuable time for educators but also enriched the learning experience for students. This project stands as a testament to the power of AI in enhancing academic efficiency and effectiveness.

This case study highlights our ability to identify client needs, develop innovative AI solutions, and deliver measurable results. It demonstrates our expertise in integrating advanced technologies to solve real-world problems, a key strength we bring to every project.