Dr Damian Maher brings with him to UTS a wealth of knowledge after working in primary and secondary schools for a period of 20 years in various states and territories around Australia. Damian is focusing on the use of digital technologies in both primary and secondary schools and on teaching and learning in the tertiary sector with his research. Damian is also interested in project-based learning and how this is being implemented in schools. His current research is situated around a STEM focus. He is also interested in examining pre-service teacher learning. In looking at both of these fields, the impact of AI is a teaching and research focus.
Dr Keith Heggart is an early career researcher with a focus on learning and instructional design, educational technology and civics and citizenship education. He is currently exploring the way that online learning platforms can assist in the formation of active citizenship amongst Australian youth. Keith is a former high school teacher, having worked as a school leader in Australia and overseas, in government and non-government sectors. In addition, he has worked as an Organiser for the Independent Education Union of Australia, and as an independent Learning Designer for a range of organisations.
Matthew Esterman
Matthew Esterman is a History teacher and Director of Innovation and Partnerships at Our Lady of Mercy College, Parramatta. He holds masters degrees from Macquarie University and the University of Sydney, and is the recipient of several awards from organisations such as the Australian College of Educators (ACE) and the Australian Council for Educational Leadership (ACEL). His role involves establishing and maintaining valuable partnerships with external organisations, as well as seeking out and adopting innovative approaches to the school experience. His portfolio includes supporting the Library and Careers Education teams. Matthew recently launched the Mercy Multicredential initiative at OLMC, which allows students to curate a portfolio of evidence from across their school experience towards a nationally recognised, formal credential. He is a keen lifelong learner who believes we can bend the future using creativity, critical thinking, and compassion. Matt has co-authored a book entitled The Next Word - AI and Teachers, a guide to the educational applications and challenges of AI, and published by Amba Press Australia.
Workshop presenters:
Marika Simon: Ideas for using Generative AI in the primary school library.
Dr Andrew Ross and Ms Karinne Campbell: Civics Education in the Attention Economy: The Role of Teacher-Librarians.
Claire Kimball: Newshounds: teaching primary school kids media literacy.
Zeina Chalich: Media Literacy Skills for an AI-Driven World.
Louise Mashiah: Microsoft Learning Accelerators: Using AI to improve learning outcomes.
Amanda Johnstone and Rachele Rugiero: Academic Integrity, critical thinking and AI…the journey continues.
Anthony Shaw and Michael Botham: Navigating the Digital Maze: Quality Curated Online Resources for School Libraries
Details of the full summit program are available here.
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Suggested Standards addressed by this Summit
2.5.2 Apply knowledge and understanding of effective teaching strategies to support students’ literacy and numeracy achievement.
2.6.2 Use effective teaching strategies to integrate ICT into learning and teaching programs to make selected content relevant and meaningful.
6.2.2 Participate in learning to update knowledge and practice targeted to professional needs and school and/or system priorities.
6.3.2 Contribute to collegial discussions and apply constructive feedback from colleagues to improve professional knowledge and practice.
7.4.2 Participate in professional and community networks and forums to broaden knowledge and improve practice.
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