AI as a Learning Partner or Barrier: Potential Impact and Interventions

THIS IS A SIGN-UP SESSION *

This Learning Café will explore how AI can impact learner engagement and achievement. Participants will review and discuss various teaching and learning scenarios, weighing the advantages of using AI for efficiency against the importance of fostering critical thinking, creativity, and independent skills. The session will provide practical insights into applying these ideas in participants' own contexts.

* Sign-up Sessions are intimate, small-group sessions designed for hands-on collaboration and in-depth discussion. Due to the limited space available, early registration is essential to secure your spot. Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage closely with experts and peers—register now for your Sign-in Session!

Donna Carroll

Senior Coordinator of Professional Development for Teaching & Learning, Maastricht University

Dr. Donna Carroll is the Senior Coordinator of Professional Development for Teaching & Learning at Maastricht University. She is responsible for overseeing and delivering a full programme of training activities for university teaching staff, ensuring they are equipped to foster an effective learning experience for their students. Her experience as a former Lecturer of Physics and Mathematics in the UK and the Netherlands, as well as her years as a Higher Education Assessment Expert, have also provided her with insights into the practical challenges educators face in creating meaningful assessment and adopting AI tools effectively for teaching and learning.