AI in action

Curious about how artificial intelligence is transforming education?

Join us for a speaker series exploring the practical, the ethical, the challenging and the creative ways AI is shaping the future of teaching and learning.

Discover how AI empowers teachers, boosts student engagement, and sparks classroom creativity while also examining concerns such as diminished human creativity, over-reliance on technology, and other unforeseen challenges. Our webinars take a balanced look at both the benefits and the pain points of AI, highlighting the additional skills educators and students will need to integrate these tools responsibly.

Guest Speaker

Professor Tim Miller: Tim Miller is a distinguished educator and researcher with extensive experience in machine learning and AI. In his presentation, he will demystify how large language models work and introduce the fundamentals of machine learning.

His presentation will cover effective prompt engineering techniques to optimize AI interactions, demonstrating how these tools can be applied in practical educational settings. Additionally, his talk will explore AI’s evolving role in education—examining how it can analyse feedback data while acknowledging its limitations in grading—and address important topics such as privacy and bias. Join his session for a comprehensive look into the intersection of AI technology and modern teaching practices.

Event details

Date: Wednesday 03 September 2025
Time: 2.45–4pm AEST
Cost: Free

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