Dr Jo-Anne Chuck
Assoc. Professor – School of Science
Western Sydney University
STREAM A: TERTIARY EDUCATION
08:30
Welcome Coffee
08:50
Opening remarks from the Chair
Maintaining Academic Integrity
09:00
INTERNATIONAL KEYNOTE: Maintaining academic integrity in the age of generative AI: Strategies for protecting and promoting originality in student work
- Implementing AI-detection tools to identify AI-generated content early ensuring that assignments remain fair and authentic
- Training educators in AI literacy to recognise signs of AI-assisted submissions, preserving academic integrity across all courses
- Developing updated academic policies to address the use of AI tools in assignments, creating clear guidelines that foster a culture of honesty
Professor Nancy Law
Associate Dean (Research)
University of Hong Kong
09:40
Best practice strategies for managing student usage of AI in assessments and research
- Establishing clear guidelines for the ethical use of AI in student assessments to ensure students understand the boundaries of acceptable AI use without compromising their academic integrity
- Implementing AI detection and monitoring tools to identify potential misuse and safeguard academic standards and trust in student work
- Developing educational resources and support systems for students to empower them in using AI tools responsibly while encouraging original thought and personal contribution
Dr Yvette Blount
Dean and Associate Professor
Skyline Higher Education Australia
10:20
Morning Tea & Networking
Enhancing Student Outcomes Through Technology
10:50
PANEL DISCUSSION: Transforming challenges into opportunities: How can educators navigate the fast-paced evolution of generative AI to enhance learning?
- How can institutions keep up with fast-paced generative AI developments without teachers and students feeling overwhelmed?
- How can educators integrate new AI tools into their classrooms without disrupting established teaching methods?
- How can generative AI be used to support professional development for educators, helping them stay current with technological advances?
- How can universities and vocational training centres plan for long-term AI integration while remaining flexible enough to adapt to new innovations as they emerge?
Moderator:
Dr Jo-Anne Chuck
Assoc. Professor – School of Science
Western Sydney University
Panellists:
Glen Babington
Chief Operating Officer and Vice-President
UTS
Sam Jacobs
Chief Executive Officer
Collarts (Australian College of Arts)
Professor Sarah Maddison
Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Education & Student Experience
UTS
11:40
Partner presentation
12:00
Enhancing higher education outcomes through personalised learning with generative AI
- Analysing student performance data to identify strengths and gaps to enable targeted support that boosts retention and achievement
- Adapting course materials based on individual learning preferences to create a tailored experience maximising comprehension and engagement
- Providing AI-driven recommendations for additional resources to empower students to explore topics of interest and deepen their knowledge independently
Dr Selene Martinez Pacheco
Associate Director – Centre for Learning, Teaching and Scholarship
Torrens University
12:40
Networking Lunch
Elevating Lectures & Learning Content
13:40
Leveraging generative AI to co-create lectures and interactive learning content
- Transforming traditional teaching methods through AI-generated content to enhance lectures with dynamic, interactive materials that engage students more effectively
- Creating AI-powered learning modules to deliver adaptable content catering to different learning styles and paces
- Enabling co-creation of educational materials with AI to free up faculty time for more student-centred instruction and to foster more innovative approaches to teaching
Dr Michael Cowling
Associate Professor - ICT
Central Queensland University
IMPROVING THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
14:20
Balancing innovation with ethical care: Utilising generative AI to enhance well-being for students and faculty
- Implementing AI-driven emotional analysis and interaction tracking to detect early signs of mental health issues, enabling timely support and fostering a safer learning environment
- Enhancing student mental health outcomes through AI-based interventions, providing personalised care to improve overall well-being and academic performance
- Creating transparent AI usage policies to balance ethical considerations and privacy, building trust and ensuring the informed consent of students and faculty
Professor Alphia Possamai-Inesedy
Pro Vice-Chancellor (Engagement and Advancement)
Western Sydney University
15:00
Closing remarks from the Chair
15:10
Afternoon Tea & Networking
15:45
End of Generative AI for Education Leaders Summit 2025