As we face a new year of learning and teaching, 2026 presents some immediate challenges. This is the year we need to think more carefully and constructively about how we are preparing our students to work with Generative AI in their future professions.
From 24 February, the Education Portfolio are running weekly drop-in sessions open to all UTS educators and professional staff to discuss all things GenAI. This interactive session will be held in a discussion format, allowing participants to ask questions about and share their experiences of using and applying GenAI.
Explore, discuss, learn
During the session, participants will have the opportunity to:
- Explore the potential of GenAI in enhancing educational outcomes.
- Discuss practical applications and challenges faced in real-world teaching scenarios.
- Learn from colleagues who have successfully implemented GenAI tools in their classrooms.
- Access useful resources and support strategies
GenAI inspiration
Here are some practical examples of how academic staff integrated GenAI into their teaching last year:
- Milena Bojovic offered helpful strategies for supporting students to develop writing and critical thinking skills alongside GenAI use.
- Anna Lidfors Lindqvist showed how a guided reflection that helps foster a sense of belonging integrated GenAI for greater efficiency and clearer actions.
- Will Lamb from UTS College explaind an educational approach to GenAI to support students in using it effectively.
- Educators in FEIT developed two new student-focused resources for working with GenAI, with support from an FFYE grant.
- Lam Dinh Nguyen explored how GenAI can help first-year Civil Engineering students to better understand complex mathematical problems.
- Get insights into all of the impacts and explorations of GenAI across the Faculty Health with our highlights from the recent GenAI-ENHANCE summit.
Get involved
Whether you’re a seasoned user or just starting to explore the possibilities of GenAI, this workshop offers a supportive environment to gain insights, exchange ideas, and build a community of practice. Come prepared to engage in lively discussions, ask questions, and leave with actionable strategies to incorporate GenAI into your teaching.
The first drop-in is now open for registrations, followed by weekly sessions on Tuesdays or Wednesdays throughout March. Register for our kick-off session in February below and keep an eye on our main Events page for future sessions – see you there!