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Join us at "GEN AI for Learning: UEL at the Forefront of Education Innovation", a transformative conference dedicated to exploring the powerful potential of Generative AI in higher education. Hosted by the University of East London, this event brings together academic leaders, educators, researchers, and innovators to reimagine the future of teaching, learning, and assessment. ​
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Discover how generative AI is reshaping higher education through interactive workshops, expert-led talks, and thought-provoking panel discussions. From personalised learning pathways to AI-enhanced assessments, this conference will showcase practical applications, cutting-edge research, and visionary insights into the role of AI in education.
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Whether you’re an academic professional, AI enthusiast, or education policymaker, this event is your opportunity to engage with the latest developments, network with like-minded innovators, and contribute to shaping the next chapter of education.
JiSC National Centre for Artificial Intelligence in Tertiary Education
AI for Learning – A New Era in Education and Wellbeing
The role of AI in personalised learning and student wellbeing.
Ethical AI: Balancing innovation with academic integrity and mental health.
Sue Attewell co-leads the artificial intelligence activity. Their focus is on supporting members to responsibly adopt AI. They provide a wide range of thought leadership, practical advice, guidance, and training alongside piloting relevant AI products.
Before joining Jisc, Sue led skills development initiatives as head of skills at the West of England LEP in collaboration with employers. Her previous work at Jisc has included leading their edtech and apprenticeship activity.
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KEYNOTE ONE:
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The pace of AI development is both challenging and exciting.  Join us as we delve into how artificial intelligence is currently shaping learning and teaching. In this session, we will explore the effective and inclusive integration of AI with learning, teaching, and assessment strategies, highlighting its role in enhancing inclusive educational practices.
We'll discuss the latest advancements in AI that are already bringing significant benefits and supporting diverse learning needs. Looking ahead, we will consider emerging AI technologies that promise to further impact the educational landscape
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Dr Christine O'Dea
Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Management and Technology Education, King's Business School, King's College London
Human centric intelligence in Industry 5.0: what skills do graduates really need?
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Xianghan (Christine) O’Dea is Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Management and Technology Education at King's Business School, King's College London. Christine's research focuses on AI in education (AIEd), with a particular focus on Generative AI and AI literacy; digital transformation and digital education.
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She has published her research in high-impact journals, such as Studies in Higher Education, British Journal of Educational Technology, and Fudan Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences. Christine has recently published a book with Emerald (2024), titled “Effective Practices in AI Literacy Education: Case Studies and Reflections”. Another book she co-edited, titled “From AI Literacy to Generative AI Literacy: Theory, Policy and Practice” (Springer) will be published in 2025.
Currently Christine is Co-Editor-in-Chief of AI in Education (An Emerald Open Access Journal), and Academic Chair in the Knowledge Hub on Artificial Intelligence at Circle U (European University Alliance).
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The world is in transition from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0. Both industrial revolusions have very different emphases. The former aims at manufacturing and is technical-centric, with an emphasis on skills such as data analytics and big data, programming and robotics. The latter however is human centric. It encompasses more than manufacturing and prioritises human creativity, ethical values, resilience and sustainable development. However, there seems to be skill gaps in industry 5.0. Consequently, institutions globally need to rethink the purpose of HE and provide sufficent support for students to develop skills and componentises needed for Industry 5.0.
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