In this second episode of 2024, we bring you excerpts from interviews conducted at the AI in education conference at Western Sydney University in late 2023. In this week's episode, we dive deep into the world of AI in higher education and discuss its transformative potential. From personalised tutoring to improved assessment methods, we discuss how AI is revolutionising the teaching and learning experience. Section 1: Vitomir Kovanovic, Associate Professor of Education Futures, University of Sou...
Jan 25, 2024•34 min•Season 7Ep. 10
The podcast was a special dual-production episode between the AI and Education podcast, and the Data Revolution podcast , welcoming Ray Fleming and Kate Carruthers as the guests. The conversation centred around the transformation of the traditional data systems in education to incorporating AI. Kate Carruthers , the Chief Data and Insights Officer at the University of New South Wales, and Head of Business Intelligence for the UNSW AI Institute, discussed the use of data in the business and resea...
Jan 18, 2024•39 min•Season 7Ep. 9
Our final episode for 2024 is an absolutely fabulous Christmas gift, full of a lots of presents in the form of different AI tips and services Joe Dale, who's a UK-based education ICT & Modern Foreign Languages consultant, spends 50 lovely minutes sharing a huge list of AI tools for teachers and ideas for how to get the most out of AI in learning. We strongly recommend you find and follow Joe on LinkedIn or Twitter And if you're a language teacher, join Joe's Language Teaching with AI Faceboo...
Dec 21, 2023•50 min•Season 7Ep. 8
In todays epsiode, Inside the New Australian AI Frameworks with their Creators, we speak to Andrew Smith of ESA and AI guru Leon Furze. This should have been the rapid news rundown, and you may remember that 20 minutes before the last rapid news rundown (two weeks ago), the new Australian Framework for Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Schools was published. So we ditched our plans to give you a full new rundown this week, and instead found a couple of brilliant guests to talk on the po...
Dec 14, 2023•38 min•Season 7Ep. 7
Matt Esterman is Director of Innovation & Partnerships, and history teacher, at Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta. An educational leader who's making things happen with AI in education in Australia, Matt created and ran the AI in Edcuation conference in Sydney in November 2023, where this interview with Dan and Ray was recorded. Part of Matt's role is to help his school on the journey to adopting and using generative AI. As an example, he spent time understanding the UNESCO AI Framework f...
Dec 06, 2023•22 min•Season 7Ep. 6
Academic Research Researchers Use GPT-4 To Generate Feedback on Scientific Manuscripts https://hai.stanford.edu/news/researchers-use-gpt-4-generate-feedback-scientific-manuscripts https://arxiv.org/abs/2310.01783 Two episodes ago I shared the news that for some major scientific publications, it's okay to write papers with ChatGPT, but not to review them. But… Combining a large language model and open-source peer-reviewed scientific papers, researchers at Stanford built a tool they hope can help ...
Dec 01, 2023•22 min•Season 7Ep. 5
This episode is one to listen to and treasure - and certainly bookmark to share with colleagues now and in the future. No matter where you are on your journey with using generative AI in education, there's something in this episode for you to apply in the classroom or leading others in the use of AI. There are many people to thank for making this episode possible, including the extraordinary guests: Matt Esterman - Director of Innovation & Partnerships at Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta...
Nov 24, 2023•32 min•Season 7Ep. 4
Rapid Rundown - Series 7 Episode 3 All the key news since our episode on 6th November - including new research on AI in education, and a big tech news week! It's okay to write research papers with Generative AI - but not to review them! The publishing arm of American Association for Advancement of Science (they publish 6 science journals, including the "Science" journal) says authors can use “AI-assisted technologies as components of their research study or as aids in the writing or presentation...
Nov 19, 2023•27 min•Season 7Ep. 3
This week's episode was our new format shortcast - a rapid rundown of some of the news about AI in Education. And it was a hectic week! Here's the links to the topics discussed in the podcast Australian academics apologise for false AI-generated allegations against big four consultancy firms https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/nov/02/australian-academics-apologise-for-false-ai-generated-allegations-against-big-four-consultancy-firms?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other New UK DfE guidance on generative ...
Nov 10, 2023•16 min•Season 7Ep. 2
After 72 episodes, and six series, we've some exciting news. The AI in Education podcast is returning to its roots - with the original co-hosts Dan Bowen and Ray Fleming. Dan and Ray started this podcast over 4 years ago, and during that time Dan's always been here, rotating through co-hosts Ray, Beth and Lee, and now we're back to the original dynamic duo and a reset of the conversation. Without doubt, 2023 has been the year that AI hit the mainstream, so it's time to expand our thinking right ...
Nov 01, 2023•29 min•Season 7Ep. 1
In this episode Dr Nick Jackson, expert educator and leader of student agency globally discusses his thoughts on AI, assessment and Leeds United. Some links from todays chat Dr Nicks Bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjac?originalSubdomain=au Ai and Violin analogy: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/thompsondonald_generative-models-like-gpt-are-often-perceived-activity-7096598378465165312-nslH?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop Nick Cave's- Into my Arms- https://open.spotify.com/track/...
Sep 19, 2023•35 min
In this Epsiode Dan talks to Travis Smith about many aspects of Generative AI and Data in Education. Is AI the fuel that drives insight? Can we really personalise education? We also look at examples of how AI is currently being used in education.
Aug 11, 2023•45 min•Season 6Ep. 2
To kick off series 6, Dan interviews Ray Fleming about 'What just happened?' in terms of the landing on Generative AI and ChatGPT into society. We lookat how it might change assessment, courses and more. AI Business School Artificial Intelligence Courses - Microsoft AI
Jul 28, 2023•35 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast! We have a special guest – Ray Fleming, a podcast pioneer, educationalist, and improv master. Join Dan, Lee, Beth, and Ray as we discuss the events of 2022 and look forward to the future and the holidays. We have some interesting resources to share with you: ChatGPT: Optimizing Language Models for Dialogue (openai.com) DALL·E 2 (openai.com) Looking for some holiday reading recommendations? Check out these books: Broken: Social Systems and the Failing...
Dec 21, 2022•54 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Welcome to the AI podcast! In this episode, Beth, Dan, and Lee are joined by the Microsoft ANZ Sustainability lead, Brett Shoemaker. This episode discusses all things sustainability. This podcast is produced by Microsoft Australia & New Zealand employees, Lee Hickin, Dan Bowen, and Beth Worrall. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own. Show links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettshoemaker/
Dec 12, 2022•39 min•Season 5Ep. 11
In this espisode Beth, Lee and Dan look at the mechanics of a creating hackathons based on our experiences on various projects around ethical and hackign for good. From CSIRO projects to the Imagine Academy we we look at what makes them a success and share tips on what works well.
Nov 07, 2022•39 min•Season 5Ep. 10
In this episode Beth, Dan and Lee and joined by Jan Owen AO. We discuss growing leadership from toads, skills and policy changes to drive future assessment. Digital Pulse 2022 (acs.org.au) “This podcast is produced by Microsoft Australia & New Zealand employees, Lee Hickin, Dan Bowen, and Beth Worrall. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own.”...
Oct 04, 2022•51 min•Season 5Ep. 9
In this episode, Dan is joined by the amazing Emaan Gohar and Jannet Gohar, technical interns at Microsoft. We explore the pathways into tech and their learnings so far. Schools outreach programs | University of Technology Sydney (uts.edu.au) U@Uni Academy | University of Technology Sydney (uts.edu.au) Women in Engineering and IT Cooperative Scholarship | University of Technology Sydney (uts.edu.au) “This podcast is produced by Microsoft Australia & New Zealand employees, Lee Hickin, Dan Bow...
Sep 07, 2022•33 min•Season 5Ep. 8
In this episode Beth, Lee, and Dan are in the studio and talk about the skills and hiring trends that they see. Digital Pulse 2022 (acs.org.au) This podcast is produced by Microsoft Australia & New Zealand employees, Lee Hickin, Dan Bowen, and Beth Worrall. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are our own.
Aug 18, 2022•42 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In this episode, Beth is in the studio and joined by Lynn McDonald , Microsoft Azure Space Lead, Asia Pacific. Shownotes: Azure Space achieves lift-off in Australia – Microsoft Australia News Centre Microsoft for Australian Space Startups | Microsoft Australia...
Jul 13, 2022•48 min•Season 5Ep. 6
In this episode, Beth and Lee talk to Microsoft's Dave Andrews, Procurement Lead, about the issues around sustainability in the area of supply chains and procurement. From responsible air travel to diversity and inclusion in suppliers, we cover a lot! Some useful links: Procurement | Microsoft Responsible Sourcing Recent article from Dave Andrews: From modern slavery to sustainability: A deep dive into responsible procurement – Microsoft Australia News Centre Diverse business communities that Mi...
Jun 30, 2022•40 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In this episode, Beth, Dan, and Lee talk about the issues around sustainability in technology. From rare-earth metals to the human costs of technology we will examine the high-level points.
Jun 07, 2022•50 min•Season 5Ep. 4
In the third episode of this series, Beth and Dan interview Lizzie Fuller (Azure Solution Specialist, Microsoft), Matt Furse (Practice Development Manager, MIcrosoft) and talk Girls and Tech with Sarah Moran from Girl Geek Academy. Links: Women in Tech - Girl Geek Academy Microsoft Mondays – Geek Academy A.I. Series – Coding in Python, Javascript & 3D modelling - Girl Geek Academy...
May 04, 2022•40 min•Season 5Ep. 3
In this episode, Dan, Beth, and Lee talk to Jackie from One Giant Leap and Dr. Greg Chamitoff who served as a NASA Astronaut for 15 years. Originally from Montreal, Canada, Dr. Greg Chamitoff served as a NASA Astronaut for 15 years, including two Shuttle Missions and a long-duration International Space Station Mission as part of Expeditions 17 and 18. He has lived and worked in Space for almost 200 days as a Flight Engineer, Science Officer, and Mission Specialist. His last mission was on the fi...
Apr 01, 2022•44 min•Season 5Ep. 2
In this podcast, Dan Bowen, Beth Worrall, and Lee Hickin talk about the Metaverse . They discuss what it may be and their personal thoughts on how it will be developed and used.
Feb 23, 2022•40 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In this episode, Dan and Lee are joined by a new team member, who is it? Listen and find out.
Dec 22, 2021•34 min•Season 4Ep. 15
In this episode, Dan and Lee talk to Aaron and Gabbi from Education changemakers and the fantastic Yasminka Nemet from Microsoft about the Imagine Cup Junior event for 2022. Shownotes and Links: 👇 ➡️ Imagine Cup Junior | Microsoft Education ➡️Education Changemakers | Professional development for teachers ➡️Minecraft Hour of Code 2021 | Minecraft Education Edition...
Dec 14, 2021•40 min•Season 4Ep. 14
In this podcast, with Hour of code coming up, Dan and Lee navigate the world of programming languages from their beginnings to the future. Join the largest learning event in history, December 6-12, 2021 (hourofcode.com) Minecraft Hour of Code 2021 | Minecraft Education Edition
Nov 22, 2021•52 min•Season 4Ep. 13
In this podcast, Dan and Lee speak to an amazing Australian musician and creative artist Elle Graham aka Woodes, and explore music production, digital audio tools from Autotune to quantisation and to Minecraft and collaboration. Woodes (woodesmusic.com) Aussie artist Woodes is teaming up with Minecraft and Twitch to launch debut album (happymag.tv) Woodes pairs darkly catchy single 'Queen Of The Night' with new Minecraft video - Music News - triple j (abc.net.au) Meet a Minecrafter: Woodes...
Nov 04, 2021•52 min•Season 4Ep. 12
In this podcast Dan and Lee speak to a lead policy maker Aurelie Jacquet and discover how policy is created and how this has developed over the last several years. Aurelie - Linkedin : Aurelie Jacquet LinkedIn ISO Standards: ISO - ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 42 - Artificial intelligence
Oct 08, 2021•42 min•Season 4Ep. 11
