Learning and Teaching News

Each month the Learning and Teaching News features articles, notices and events of interest for staff delivering and supporting learning and teaching at the University of Adelaide.

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Featured stories

A man with glasses and a blue shirt smiles at the camera while standing on a lawn in front of the historic stone Elder Hall building at the University of Adelaide.

This is how I use AI: Dr Thomas Wanner

Dr Thomas Wanner, senior lecturer in the University’s School of Social Sciences, shares how he’s integrated the use of ChatGPT into his courses to help students learn the skills to use gen AI in a critical, responsible and ethical way.

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Raymond Vozzo

This is how I teach

This month we spoke with Dr Raymond Vozzo from the School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. Raymond is a member of the Adelaide Education Academy and the Adelaide College of Reviewers. Here Raymond explains the benefits of active learning as a way of enhancing student engagement.

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Natasha Van Antwerpen

Learnings from LTAG - Dr Natasha Van Antwerpen

The Learning and Teaching Advancement Grant (LTAG) scheme supports innovation and leadership in learning and teaching. This month, Adelaide Education Academy member and Advance HE Senior Fellow, Dr Natasha Van Antwerpen, School of Psychology, shares the findings of a project focused on student motivation and wellbeing.

Read more about Learnings from LTAG - Dr Natasha Van Antwerpen

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