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Artificial Intelligence in Education Conference, South Australia

15 May 2025 | Crowne Plaza Adelaide

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Unlock the Potential of AI in Education – Now in South Australia!

Building on the success of our AI in Education Conferences in New South Wales and other states, this highly anticipated event is coming to South Australia for the first time. Join us on the 15 May 2025 at the Crowne Plaza Adelaide to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming teaching and learning in unique and innovative ways.

With AI rapidly reshaping the education landscape, this conference provides educators, researchers, and policymakers in South Australia the opportunity to connect, learn, and share insights tailored to the needs of the state’s education system. Through expert presentations, panel discussions, and practical case studies, discover how AI is enabling smarter classrooms, personalized learning, and future-ready students.

Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of education in South Australia. Register your interest now to receive early bird discounts and the official agenda release!

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Speakers

Hon Blair Boyer MP

Minister for Education, Training & Skills, Department for Education

Angela Norman

Head of Digital Innovation and Integration, St Peter’s College

Rebecca Weber

Digital Education Coach, Department for Education

Sam Porter

Head of Digital Learning and Innovation, Pembroke School

Thomas Ranieri

Head of Learning Systems and Analytics, Pulteney Grammar School

Colleen O’Rourke

Leader of Digital Innovation & Digital Technologies Educator, Hills Christian Community School

Angela Cash

Curriculum Leader of English & Literacy, Westminster School

Emil Zankov

Leader of Innovation and Enterprise, Pedare Christian College

Jarrod Johnson

Science and Technologies Teacher, Learning Designer, Pulteney Grammar School

Teresa Janowski

Founder and CEO, STEM Fast Track

Nick Pattison

STEM Teacher, Orchard Park Primary School

Adrian Cotterell

Education Consultant, Adrian Cotterell Consulting

Shane Smith

Co-Founder, Education Perfect

Dr. Jinan Zou

Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Australian Institute for Machine Learning, University of Adelaide

Agenda

8:55 am

OPENING | Opening remarks from the Chair

Teresa Janowski, Founder and CEO, STEM Fast Track

FUTURE-FOCUSED DIGITAL LITERACY & AI IN EDUCATION

9:00 am

  • Highlight the government’s vision for AI in education.
  • Address key policy considerations.
  • Inspire stakeholders to ensure technology enhances learning outcomes while maintaining ethical and equitable practices.

9:30 am

  • The challenges of navigating student authenticity within language-rich subjects in an AI-influenced learning environment.
  • Response to risks of student AI use diminishing creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration in student work.
  • How ethical, hands-on teacher practices have become key to guiding responsible AI engagement.
  • The practical strategies used to foster independent thinking, integrity, and intellectual resilience in AI-era classrooms.

10:00 am

  • The evolving AI curriculum in Australia and its role in preparing students for an AI-driven future.
  • Key initiatives, challenges, and the importance of AI literacy in education.
  • Best practices and strategies for integrating AI into school curricula.

10:30 am

Morning Tea and Networking Break

TRANSFORMING EDUCATION THROUGH AI

11:00 am

  • Explore how AI and XR technologies can enrich outdoor learning through creative, student-led sustainability projects
  • Discover how students are generating immersive AI-generated environments and assets for VR experiences
  • Learn how 3D AI avatars and VR storytelling deepen engagement, assessment, empathy, and connection to place
  • Gain insight into Colleen’s ethical, wellbeing-focused approach to embedding AI across R–10 curriculum

11:30 am

  • As AI adoption accelerates, educators are inundated with new tools, making it challenging to stay ahead.
  • EP’s two-year journey in helping teachers navigate these challenges and define AI efficacy in education.
  • Cutting through the hype is crucial to uncover real student benefits.
  • Focus is on transitioning from exploration to proven impact through testing, validation, and shared evidence to drive informed decision-making.

12:00 pm

  • Balancing AI integration across productivity, pedagogy and policy for sustainable impact
  • Designing PD that empowers teachers to explore, apply, and reflect on AI use
  • Using AI to reduce teacher workload through practical, time-saving applications
  • Navigating academic integrity by reframing the challenge
  • Implementing a whole-school framework that adapts to varied levels of readiness and risk

12:30 pm

Lunch and Networking Break

1:30 pm

  • Overview of the new EdChat App Library feature, empowering educators to create and share their own AI apps.
  • LEAP App as a case study, developed in collaboration with educators to streamline the assessment of Standard Australian English (SAE) proficiency, saving educators significant time and supporting improved student learning outcomes.

1:50 pm

  • Understanding AI in education and explore how artificial intelligence is transforming education globally.
  • AI in the classroom, learning how AI is being used in classrooms and how educators can integrate this technology into their own learning environments.
  • Hands-on AI implementation and participate in interactive activities that can be immediately applied in the classroom.
  • Practical AI skills by developing an AI learning program, create engaging lessons, and leverage AI to enhance student learning.

EMPOWERING THE FUTURE: A STUDENT-CENTRIC APPROACH

2:20 pm

  • Students use AI-powered tools for studying, summarizing content, and conducting research efficiently.
  • AI helps students with time management, task automation, and academic planning.
  • Students use AI for content creation, coding, and developing new ideas.
  • Students consider ethical AI use, including academic integrity, AI bias, and responsible implementation in education.

2:50 pm

  • Language rich subjects need to move beyond the academic essay in the AI era.
  • Design assessment tasks that both respond to the challenges of AI.
  • Introduce AI-powered assessments that support students thinking moreabout what they are learning… not less.

3:20 pm

Afternoon Tea and Networking Break

STRATEGIES FOR INTEGRITY

3:50 pm

  • Practical ways to incorporate AI-driven tools and resources into science and technology education.
  • Exploring AI-driven platforms and strategies for STEM educators.

4:20 pm

  • AI and student data in understanding the South Australian privacy regulations.
  • Ethical AI use in education in addressing bias & fairness with AI tools.
  • Teaching AI literacy to prepare students for a world with AI.

4:50 pm

END OF CONFERENCE & CLOSING REMARKS | Networking Drinks

Teresa Janowski, Founder and CEO, STEM Fast Track

Sponsors

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Pricing

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Package (One Day)$1095+GST
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Testimonials

The conference was remarkably well-organized and offered a rich, insightful agenda, covering some of the most pressing issues in education today. Each speaker offered unique perspectives on the potential and challenges of implementing AI in educational settings. Their remarks were thought-provoking, encouraging us to consider how we might apply AI in innovative ways to improve learning outcomes while also contemplating the ethical, security, and access issues that arise with such technology. The conference provided me with a wealth of ideas and inspiration, reaffirming my commitment to leveraging technology to enhance education. It was an invaluable experience, and I am deeply grateful to all the organizers, speakers, and fellow attendees for their contributions. I look forward to future events and continued learning opportunities. Thank you once again for a truly outstanding conference

– AI in Education NSW 2024 Delegate

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Event Code of Conduct

We want everyone who comes to our events to have a great experience. This code explains our expectations and rules, which includes general good practice behaviour, and how to report anything witnessed or experienced that goes against them. Read our Event Code of Conduct here.

when & where

15 May 2025

Crowne Plaza Adelaide
27 Frome St,
Adelaide SA 5000

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION RATE
The Crowne Plaza Adelaide are pleased to offer a special event rate* available at the venue for attendees to book accommodation.
To book this rate, click here.

* Room availability and rates are subject to availability. Book early to avoid disappointment.

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