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How AI can deliver personalised learning and transform academic assessment

The rise of AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT has sparked alarm among educators, and triggered conversations about its possible detriment to teaching and learning. But researchers from the University of South Australia are proving how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance learning outcomes for students, equip teachers with advanced education tools, and totally overhaul the education sector for good.

ChatGPT: the AI tech that’s revolutionising teaching

As Artificial Intelligence-powered chatbots edge into the education sector, UniSA experts are encouraging teachers to take an active role in testing and using these cutting-edge tools to maintain a competitive edge in their profession.

‘Grey skies are gonna clear up, put on a happy face”

Just like the famous lyrics suggest, if you put on a happy face you will feel a little brighter, according to a new study published in Nature Human Behaviour.

Surfing the edtech wave: the future is online education

Never in the history of education has online learning been so important. But there’s a big difference between teaching online, and providing quality online education, say researchers at the University of South Australia.

Gamified education keeps kids connected to STEM

Gamified education could be the key to boosting STEM capabilities in primary school students as new research from the University of South Australia shows that it can improve spatial reasoning skills and shape positive attitudes towards STEM and design thinking.

Embrace technology and boost education outcomes

There’s no doubt that education lays the foundation for a child’s future success, but as teaching technologies continue to inundate classrooms - especially amid COVID-19 - educators at all levels are grappling to keep up with the latest demands and expectations.

When it comes to ADHD and ASD, the eyes could reveal all

In the first study of its kind, researchers found that recordings from the retina could identify distinct signals for both Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) providing a potential biomarker for each condition.

The numbers don’t lie: Australia is failing at maths and we need to find a new formula to arrest the decline

Australia has slumped in global mathematics rankings, prompting calls for changes are needed to the secondary school curriculum.

COVID-19 Peer Hub combats vaccine avoidance amid pandemic

UniSA researchers are evaluating a new vaccination education initiative – the COVID-19 Peer Hub – to help immunisation and public health professionals to tackle the emerging dangers of vaccine hesitancy amid the pandemic.

Divide and conquer: a new formula to minimise ‘mathemaphobia’

Maths – it’s the subject some kids love to hate, yet despite its lack of popularity, mathematics is critical for a STEM-capable workforce and vital for Australia’s current and future productivity.