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Centre For Innovation In Teaching Podcasts
The conversations that matter in learning and teaching, as we delve into the issues that shape higher education today. Brought to you by Federation University Australia.
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Learning Technology Coach Podcast
Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL), Memorial University
The Learning Technology Coach podcast is produced by the Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL) at Memorial University. Learning Technology Coaches are current graduate students at Memorial who use their research and teaching experience to support faculty across the institution by investigating and proposing learning technologies to address instructional problems. The Podcast was initiated by the coaches as a way to broaden their understanding of how pedagogy and technology co ...
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Contemporary design and craft in Australia. Season 3 goes behind the scenes of the 2023 MAKE Award, Australia's newest and richest national award celebrating innovation in contemporary craft and design. Meet the winner Vipoo Srivilasa; and finalists High Tea with Mrs Woo; Julie Blyfield, Csongvay Blackwood, and Johannes Kuhnen. Hear from MAKE Award judges Jason Smith, Hyeyoung Cho and Brian Parkes. Season 2 is all about ceramics - production pottery, teaching and learning with clay, museum c ...
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The Cambridge Centre for Law, Medicine and Life Sciences (LML), led by Dr Kathleen Liddell (Director) and Dr Jeffrey Skopek (Deputy Director), advances research and teaching on legal and ethical challenges at the forefront of medicine and the life sciences. Rapid and prolific scientific advances, alongside changing attitudes towards health, medical care, family structures and related issues, pose some of the most difficult research questions of our era. These include questions about the adeq ...
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Learn how to build sustainable businesses with Tia Collings, as she interviews experts from around the world in the fields of sustainability and green business initiatives. Helping you keep people, profit and planet front and centre in your own company. The current rules of business are broken. These rules start to be taught at university and are then applied to the real world. However, should we be teaching old rules for a new world? A world that can't carry on business as usual? Enter The ...
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Artist Deep Dive: Seven key works in Helen Britton's The Story So Far
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19:29A deep drive into seven key works by Helen Britton, from her current exhibition The Story So Far. In this audio tour, Helen describes how she made each work, her techniques and materials, and the stories behind each piece. The Story So Far is a major solo, touring exhibition that honors Helen Britton as the tenth artist in the series Living Treasu…
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Helen Britton: Living Treasure Master of Australian Craft
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31:58Helen Britton is a multidisciplinary Australian artist based in Munich, Germany. Her practice includes jewellery, sculpture, drawings, stencils and installations, and is informed by popular culture, threatened traditions, environmental destruction and human anxiety. The Australian Design Centre honoured Helen as a Living Treasure in 2025. Guests Ju…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies – Episode 42: The One With The Kitenge
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53:12In Episode 42, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion focused on supporting doctoral journeys as supervisors including themes of agency and the transformative power of students taking ownership of their own development, holistic and student-centred approaches; the importance of the pedago…
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Developing a collaborative masters programme - Part 2: University of Liverpool goes to Bengaluru, India
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25:02In this podcast episode, we hear about the development of a collaborative master’s programme between partner universities. The episode explores how staff and students from each institution visited either the University of Liverpool or Garden City University in Bengaluru. In Part 2, the University of Liverpool’s Professor Helen Wallace and Dr. Lesle…
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Developing a collaborative masters programme - Part 1: Garden City University goes to Liverpool, UK
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21:35In this podcast episode, we hear about the development of a collaborative master’s programme between partner universities. The episode explores how staff and students from each institution visited either the University of Liverpool or Garden City University in Bengaluru. In Part 1, we hear from Garden City University staff, Dr. Vanitha Krishna and …
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 41: The One With The Headbands
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45:49In Episode 41, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion covered polls on a roll, guess the concept, connecting with students, role-play and drama in different contexts closing with some excellent bartering resulting in a really fun islands experience! Have a listen. Speakers: Hillary Briff…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 40: The One With The Hammock
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41:09In Episode 40, the Treasure Island Pedagogies podcast features insights on postgraduate research supervision, with guests sharing coaching strategies, interdisciplinary tools, and collaborative approaches that support PhD students' growth. From lightbulb moments to luxury items, the episode highlights the balance between guidance and independence i…
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Behind the guidelines: Co-creating GenAI support at the University of Liverpool
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13:21In this episode of the Centre for Innovation in Education podcast, host Rob Lindsay is joined by Claire Ellison, Ruby Jenkins (Senior Content Designer), and Chris Hine (Digital Analyst) to discuss the creation of generative AI marketing guidelines at the University of Liverpool. Together, the team reflects on a collaborative and research-led projec…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 39: The One With The Twix
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35:46In Episode 39, our discussion explored sustainability, critical perspectives, and the power of reflection in education. We examined climate action pedagogy and the role of student voice in creating meaningful, non-tokenistic sustainability resources. We also discussed the effectiveness of using a single artefact—like a Twix—to explain complex theor…
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Repugnant transactions and taboo trades: The Baron de Lancey Lecture 2025
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42:33Professor Kimberly D. Krawiec from the University of Virginia School of Law explores "repugnant transactions and taboo trades" — markets that are morally contested and sometimes even prohibited, such as sex work, commercial surrogacy, and the sale of organs, eggs, and sperm. She asks how we, as a society, decide what is up for sale and what is off-…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 38: The One With The Rubik Cube
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37:41In Episode 38, our discussion explored lightbulb moments in education, from fostering student confidence through social constructivism to the power of pedagogies of care and kindness. We examined inclusive assessment, digital wellbeing, and the role of language in shaping learning experiences. Our guests shared insights on creating supportive envir…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 37: The One With The Circular Time
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43:47In Episode 37, our discussion covered enhancing small group discussions in online learning, using exploratory talk to foster collaboration, and leveraging visual arts to develop communication skills in medical education. We also explored the power of storytelling and case studies in engaging diverse learners and the educator’s role in moderating di…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 36: The one with the Marimba
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54:01In Episode 36, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion covered embedding micro-credentials to boost student CVs, leveraging low-latency tech for music education, and gamification strategies like trading simulations to enhance engagement. The discussion tied these innovations to broader the…
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Learning to Ai Episode 4 - In Conversation Amid Shifting AI sands with Marc Watkins
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36:38In this episode Professor Dave Webster talks to Marc Watkins, Assistant Director of Academic Innovation at the University of Mississippi. Marc Watkins is an award-winning educator and writer, with an interest in AI in Education. In this episode, Dave Webster asks him about why, despite all the threats and worry, he is still optimistic about Higher …
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 35: The one with the pirate
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38:55In Episode 35, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion covered AI and academic literacies, role play, how to create a safe space for learning and co-constructing learning with our students – with a special pirate intro and outro from Tadgh! Speakers: Charlotte Haberstroh | Gwen Moore | Ta…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 34: The one with the Shih Tzu
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36:09In Episode 34, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion from being scared to being confident, varying assessment methods, dialogue, the relativity of innovation, hackathons, authentic assessments, pets in education and neurodiverse-friendly approaches. Speakers: Kimberly Davis, Stella Kazam…
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Learning To Ai Episode 3 - Student and staff attitudes to Generative AI – some survey findings
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28:16In this episode of Learning to AI, Professor Webster talks to Dr Claire Ellison, from the University of Liverpool's Centre for Innovation in Education. Claire talks about the results of their survey into staff and student attitudes to Generative Artificial Intelligence, and the impact on her main area of expertise - assessment.…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 33: The one with the reunion
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51:12Hello – this is Tunde Varga-Atkins from Liverpool University’s Centre for Innovation in Education and our Treasure Island Pedagogies podcast. This is a very special episode, episode 33, where we return to the original guests whose conversation helped inspire today’s format of the series. Speakers: Anna O’Connor, Diana Jeater and Stuart Wilks-Heeg…
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Connected Classrooms: Getting the right blend
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24:18Join Erin Penny and Emma Price as they discuss topics and strategies from the Connected Classrooms initiative.By Centre for Academic Innovation
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A Big Learning Journey: Transforming online experiences in Education
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20:03Join Sharon Davis, Emma Ung and Charlie Duddridge as they discuss digital transformations to enhance the learning experience for diverse student cohorts in Education Professional Experience.By Centre for Academic Innovation
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 32: The One With The Tarot Cards
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55:42In Episode 32, we shared lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, which included threshold concepts, students-becoming-teachers, professional identity development, team teaching, getting out of comfort zones, collective learning and a sense of movement and using Tarot cards for reflection. Speakers: Claire Stocks | Jenn…
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Innovation Snapshot: Digital Narratives in Exercise & Sport Science
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8:58Join Lindy Hall and Jaimee Westin as they talk about their collaboration to create digital narratives to support work readiness in Exercise and Sport Science.By Centre for Academic Innovation
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Explore the evolving landscape of GenAI in university education with Dr Tiffany Winchester, Dr Aimee Turner and Aengus Bowers as they discuss its impact and potential in teaching and learning.By Centre for Academic Innovation
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Learning To Ai Episode 2 - An Interview with ChatGPT
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30:50How will the intersection of AI and education redefine the future of learning, and what steps must we take today to ensure that this future benefit everyone equally? And if you could sit down with Generative AI in an interview, what questions might you ask? Tune into our latest episode of "Learning to AI" with Professor David Webster and ChatGPT, a…
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Medicine and the Rule of Law: The Baron Ver Heyden de Lancey Lecture 2024
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59:30Baron Cornelius Ver Heyden de Lancey (1889-1984) was a wealthy and public-spirited Dutchman who at different times in his life was a dentist, doctor, surgeon, barrister and art historian. In 1970 he created the De Lancey and De La Hanty Foundation, to promote studies in medico-legal topics. The Foundation generously gave Cambridge the Ver Heyden de…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 31: The One With The Students
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43:47In Episode 31, we had a very special edition with four student guests who all shared their lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, which included career pathways, learning by way of teaching yourself, using generative AI, treasure hunts to connect theory with practice, physical objects, interactive polling and using di…
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Learning To Ai Episode 1 - Generative AI and Pedagogic Optimism: Professor Jon Dron
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47:04In this episode, Professor David Webster from the University of Liverpool talks to Professor Jon Dron of Athabasca University in Canada. They discuss the mood in Higher Education in relation to Generative Artificial Intelligence, and whether we should panic and how much. As both have a philosophy background there is some conversation about what mig…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies - Episode 29: The One With The Collabetition
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47:56In Episode 29, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion covers gamification for learning as well as the use of laser pointers, a self-created AGILE tool for reflection and the technique called Creative Enquiry Methodologies. Speakers: Karen Clinkard | Louise Younie | Russell Crawford 15th J…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies – Episode 30: The one with the Hippopotamus Presentation
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45:44In Episode 30, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion focused on gaining skills during the student journey, from critical data literacies through presentation skills and problem-solving, to interdisciplinary & problem-based learning, and open pedagogies.Speakers: Edmund Horowicz | Javiera…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 27 - The One With the Kiss of Blood
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59:55In Episode 27, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion evoked an environment where students exercise agency and confidence to explore new ideas through experiments, metaphorical imagery, gamification and where students are guided through complex threshold concepts with a range of exciting…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 26 - The One With the Story, Paper, Scissors.
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49:44In Episode 26, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion explored how we can get scientists to engage in less linear, creative thinking, getting students to interact directly with artefacts, engage them in peer-to-peer feedback, reflective learning, and the importance of struggle in the proc…
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Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 28 - The One With The M&Ms
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48:35In Episode 28, our discussion of lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items delved into the power of narrative and stories in capturing students' attention, the anxiety both educators and learners face, role-play and embodied learning, underscoring the importance of empathy, creating a conducive, safe learning environment …
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Host Lisa Cahill chats with master metalsmith Johannes Kuhnen. Johannes Kuhnen is one of the pioneers of anodised aluminium metalwork. In this episode, Johannes explains why he finds anodising annoying, and his design process. Hear from judges Jason Smith, Hyeyoung Cho and Brian Parkes on his MAKE Award entry, Remnant Green. Johannes Kuhnen is one …
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Host Lisa Cahill chats with partners in life and work, Csilla Csongvay and Matt Blackwood. In this episode, Csilla and Matt share the inspirations behind their work, what it takes to enter an award, and how they made a single sculpture from 100 pieces of clay. Hear from judges Jason Smith, Hyeyoung Cho and Brian Parkes on their work, Walk the Line …
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Host Lisa Cahill chats with contemporary jeweller Julie Blyfield. Hear how Julie's MAKE Award entry is inspired by love and loss. Julie Blyfield is a South Australian artist renowned for her work inspired by collected botanical specimens and forms. Using the traditional metalsmithing techniques of chasing and repoussé, Blyfield makes intricately te…
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High Tea with Mrs Woo, MAKE Award finalist
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22:23Meet clothing designers High Tea With Mrs Woo. Rowena, Angela and Juliana Foong are three sisters who run a clothing label that focuses on sustainability and ethical production and who collaborate on design, making, mending and more. In this episode, you'll hear comments from MAKE Award judges Jason Smith, Hyeyoung Cho and Brian Parkes. And find ou…
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MAKE Award winner, ceramic artist Vipoo Srivilasa
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21:57Meet the winner of the Inaugural MAKE Award, ceramic artist Vipoo Srivilasa. Vipoo tells us about the themes that inspire his work, the process of making the winning piece Diverse Dominion Deities, his strategic approach to the MAKE award, and Vipoo's ongoing charity project 'Clay For'. Hear comments from judges Jason Smith, Hyeyoung Cho and Brian …
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Series 3: Behind the scenes of the MAKE Award
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1:52Series 3 introduces the winner, four finalists and the judges of Australia’s newest and richest award for contemporary craft - the MAKE Award. This major new national award by us, the Australian Design Centre, celebrates innovation in contemporary craft and design. Over five episodes you’ll meet winner Vipoo Srivilasa and finalists the Foong Sister…
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S3E5. A Student’s Perspective: The Impact of AI on Learning in Higher Education
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23:30Featuring Dua Fatima - Student, Master of Artificial Intelligence Program, Memorial University Dua studied Bioinformatics and worked in fascinating areas such as computer-aided drug design and microbiome data analysis through machine learning. In this episode, hear a graduate student’s opinion of the impact of AI on higher education and how student…
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S3E4. A Faculty’s Perspective: The Impact of AI on Teaching in Higher Education
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26:24Featuring Julie Pitcher-Giles - Assistant Professor, Business Administration, Grenfell Campus. Memorial University Dr. Pitcher-Giles has extensive teaching experience and focuses her research on strategic social responsibility. Other interests lie in the scholarship of in-person and online teaching and learning, university learning, and curriculum …
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S3E3. Academic Writing and the Impact of Artificial Intelligence
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22:32Featuring Carolyn Best - Manager, Writing Centre, Memorial University Carolyn is an expert in academic writing and has extensive experience teaching it to second-language students. In this episode, hear what a writing expert says about using generative AI in academic writing. Carolyn believes that, despite some of the potential drawbacks of AI, it …
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S3E2. Academic Integrity and Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
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25:32Featuring Dr. Brenda Stoesz - Research Lead, Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, University of Manitoba Dr. Stoesz examines academic integrity policy and the effectiveness of educational interventions to promote academic integrity, prevent academic misconduct, and enhance learning. In this episode, hear what an expert in academic i…
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Featuring ChatGPT - An artificial intelligence tool capable of upholding human-like conversations, problem-solving, and content creation. Since its launch in November 2022, ChatGPT has taken the world by storm. Millions of people use it globally, and it has the potential to transform our way of working and thinking. Critics are concerned about its …
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Discover an innovative approach with Dylan Liu in conversation with Ben Long and David Smith about their active learning oral assessment, showcasing a revolution in the evaluation of science knowledge and inspiring a new kind of engagement in the classroom.By Centre for Academic Development
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Join Liam Frost-Camilleri and Sam Fenton from Education as they unravel a transformative approach to peer assessment and feedback, which empowers students to play an active role.By Centre for Academic Development
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Series 3 Trailer - AI and the Impact on Higher Education
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1:07AI and the Impact on Higher Education: Perspectives on Academic Integrity, Writing, Teaching, and Learning Premiering November 7th! The Learning Technology Coach Podcast is a CITL production.By Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL), Memorial University
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Discover innovation in Midwifery with Helena Anolak and Kerrie Laidlaw as they discuss their reimagined assessment, infusing creative expression and reflection into their approach.By Centre for Academic Development
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Join Learning Designer Emma Gould and Associate Professor Loretta Garvey as they discuss the assessment transformation project. Discover the significance and rewards of embracing innovation and trying new approaches in this dynamic conversation.By Centre for Academic Development
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Treasure Island Pedagogies: Episode 25 - The One With The Jewellery Fraud
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42:32In Episode 25, in addition to lightbulb moments, treasure island pedagogies/props and luxury items, our discussion included the value of incorporating creativity and reflection into teaching practices, encouraging a lighter and more lighthearted approach to learning, the value of incorporating arts and crafts to engage students as well as the conce…
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S2E6. A Student's Perspective on Accessibility in Higher Education
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36:32Featuring Hilary P. Hennessey - Student's with Disabilities Representative / Young Adult Leader, Newfoundland and Labrador Canadian Federation of Students / National Centre of Learning Disabilities Hilary is currently working towards a Masters degree in Health Ethics from Memorial University. Ms. Hennessey uses her voice on a local, national and in…
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