Rod Smith
Head of Academic and Data Services
Girton Grammar School
08:30
Welcome Coffee
08:50
Opening remarks from the Chair
INVESTIGATING AUSTRALIA’S REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
09:00
Examining the Australian regulatory landscape for generative AI in education
- Outlining the current regulatory framework and its implications for generative AI in Australia
- Developing a road map for the education specific generative AI frameworks
- Adapting educational policies and practices to align with the changing regulatory landscape
- Learning from the global generative AI landscape including the proposed European AI Act
James Myint
Founding Partner
Stirling & Rose
MINIMISING GENERATIVE AI’S ETHICAL & LEGAL RISKS
09:30
Combating misinformation and fake content from the use of generative AI
- Discussing the effectiveness and accuracy of generative AI
- Challenging the boundaries and ethical considerations of AI-generated accuracy and effectiveness
- Benchmarking generative AI against traditional methods and human capabilities in education
Dr Ian Oppermann
Co-Founder
ServiceGen
10:00
Protecting data and avoiding privacy violations from the use of generative AI
- Disclosing privacy concerns with staff, parents, stakeholders and students
- Safeguarding sensitive data, including student and staff input, through robust encryption and security measures in generative AI applications
- Enhancing privacy awareness and providing specialised training
Dr Omer Yezdani
Chief Data Officer
University of Sunshine Coast
10:30
Morning tea
11:00
Mitigating bias when using generative AI
- Acknowledging, understanding, and minimising the risks associated with generative AI biases
- Promoting approaches for fairness and inclusivity in AI driven content and decision making
- Educating stakeholders of the challenges of bias within generative AI
Dr Mahendra Samarawickrama
ACS Australian ICT Professional of the Year 2022 and Advisory Council Member
Harvard Business Review
11:30
Navigating copyright and intellectual property law in the era of generative AI
- Unpacking the most recent advancements in copyright law relevant to generative AI that education institutions need to be across
- Examining effective strategies to navigate developing copyright laws in the context of generative AI, including licensing and attribution issues
- Assessing how your institution can chart a path forward to utilise generative AI while mitigating legal risks
Professor Lise Barry
Dean, Macquarie Law School
Macquarie University
Professor Niloufer Selvadurai
Director, Research and Innovation, Macquarie Law School
Macquarie University
12:00
Networking Lunch
13:00
PANEL DISCUSSION: How can institutions manage and minimise risk when using generative AI in education?
- What are the evolving risks associated with AI deployment and adoption in education?
- What are the best practises for the responsible use of AI in the education sector?
- How do you ensure accountability, fairness and transparency when using AI?
Moderator:
Greg Sawyer
Chief Executive Officer
The Council of Australasian Universities Directors of Information Technology (CAUDIT)
Panellists:
Dr Deborah Price
ACSA President | Research Degrees Coordinator, Education Futures
Australian Curriculum Studies Association | University of South Australia
Dr Bret Stephenson
ACSES Equity Fellow, Australian Centre for Student Equity and Success and Principal Advisor, Data & Ethics
La Trobe University
Professor Nicole Gillespie
Co-Lead, Trust, Ethics and Governance Alliance and KPMG Chair in Organisational Trust
University of Queensland
Andrew McMahon
Director Data Reform | Centre for Education Statistics and Evaluation – Data and Insights
NSW Department of Education
RESEARCH IN THE GENERATIVE AI ERA
13:50
Strengthening cross-institutional partnerships to get the most out of AI, automation & technology
- Getting institutions to communicate, collaborate & work together to maximise new technology
- Developing strategies to simplify the knowledge sharing process
- Redefining the way organisations work with AI-powered automation
Professor James Adonopoulos
Academic Dean and Director
Kaplan Professional | Independent Higher Education Australia
14:20
Evaluating the use of generative AI in research
- Investigating the link between the Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research and generative AI in research
- Examining and preparing for the future of generative AI in research
- Ensuring compliance and transparency while keeping private data controlled and authorised
Professor Emeritus Julie Owens
Former Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research)
Deakin University
ELEVATING THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE THROUGH AI
14:50
Investigating & responding to student perceptions of generative AI
- Understanding how students perceive and interact with generative AI in educational settings
- Leveraging student concerns and preferences to inform responsible AI integration
- Exploring the factors that shape student attitudes and beliefs about generative AI
Dr Anna Denejkina
Associate Director
The Insight Centre
15:20
Afternoon Tea
15:50
Safeguarding academic integrity in the era of generative AI
- Implementing successful strategies and tools for detecting AI-generated academic misconduct
- Educating stakeholders on the risks and challenges of generative AI in academic settings
- Fostering a culture of ethical research and academic honesty
Associate Professor Sheridan Gentili
Director, Teaching Innovation Unit
University of South Australia
16:20
PANEL DISCUSSION: How can we elevate the student experience with generative AI?
- How does generative AI impact the overall learning experience for students?
- What are the most pressing challenges regarding generative AI use in the context of students?
- How can educators leaders ensure ethical generative AI use that doesn’t contribute to academic dishonesty?
- What best practices or model policies should be considered when crafting or revising generative AI policies for students?
Moderator:
Tracey Clarke
Head of Learning Analytics
Knox Grammar School
Panellists:
Professor Suzanne Le Mire
Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Learning)
University of Adelaide
Dr Heidi Le Sueur
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Learning and Teaching)
International College of Management Sydney
Professor Kylie Readman
Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice President (Education and Students)
University of Technology Sydney
Andrew Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Education Services Australia
Luke Sheehy
Chief Executive Director
Australian Technology Network of Universities
17:00
Closing remarks from the Chair