In this podcast episode, Kirstin Stuart James an academic and occupational therapist, shares the inspiration for her blog series. She discusses the link between her roles, offering a practical example of curriculum transformation through a pedagogy of occupation. This post belongs to the Hot Topic series: Through the Lens of Occupation↗️ Time stamps: (2:46) Inspiration behind the blog series and podcast episode (4:50) Human occupations, occupational disruption and occupational marginalisation (9:41) Framework for pedagogy of education: Links between Health and Education (12:09) A practical exa ..read more

In this episode, Dr Neil Speirs narrates real life stories depicting the challenging lived experiences of working class students at the University. He is a Widening Participation manager, practitioner and researcher at The University of Edinburgh. This podcast accompanies the July-August Learning & Teaching enhancement theme: Learning and Teaching Conference 2023. Transcript of this episode Time stamps: 1:06: Chapter 1: Getting there 2:19: Chapter 2: Class 19:00: Chapter 3: Solidarity 21:49: Chapter 4: Home time 22:26: Concluding remarks by Neil Speirs Music for this episode was provided ..read more

The fourth and final episode of Generative AI podcast series↗️ features James Stewart, a lecturer at Science, Technology and Innovations studies↗️, The University of Edinburgh. This episode provides a comprehensive exploration of Generative AI, discussing its influence not only in academia but also across industries, and delving into the key players in this dynamic landscape. Timestamps: (2:02) Academic integrity and Generative AI (4:47) Gen AI as a personal tutor (6:03) Broader technical landscape - key players and value chain (17:09) Series conclusion: Take home messages Transcript of this ..read more

The third episode of Generative AI podcast series↗️ features Lara Dal Molin, a second year PhD student at the Science, Technology and Innovations studies↗️, The University of Edinburgh. Discussing some of the core issues associated with Generative AI technologies, Lara leaves us with a compelling invitation to ponder how we can guide our students in cultivating a responsible relationship with these technologies. Timestamps: (1:56) What is the impact of ChatGPT on digital divide? (6:13) What are the skills required for the use of chat GPT? How do you think these skills will impact digital divid ..read more

The second episode of Generative AI podcast series features a conversation between Irene Xi, an MSc student (Sociology and Global change) and Dr Vasileios Galanos, Teaching fellow at the Science, Technology and Innovations department, The University of Edinburgh. Irene brings in a unique student perspective to the current conversations surrounding AI Technology usage. Read the accompanying blog post Timestamps: (2:00) - How does it feel to be an MSc student at the University of Edinburgh in terms of coursework? (5:00) - In terms of marking scale, could you tell us what does a 55%, a 65% 75% me ..read more

The first episode of the Gen AI podcast series features Vasileios Galanos, a teaching fellow at the Science, Technology and Innovations Department, The University of Edinburgh. Vasileios shares interesting insights into word origins, history of Generative AI, the hype of GPTs and the implications and what future holds for this technology. Timestamps: 2:11-What distinguishes generative AI and GPTs in particular from previously existing A.I. technologies?  6:22 - What are the effects and the implications of hype for the use of this technology? 10:01 - What actually is a GPT and what are the ..read more

The first episode of the Gen AI podcast series features Vasileios Galanos, a teaching fellow at the Science, Technology and Innovations Department, The University of Edinburgh. Vasileios shares interesting insights into word origins, history of Generative AI, the hype of GPTs and the implications and what future holds for this technology. Timestamps: 2:11-What distinguishes generative AI and GPTs in particular from previously existing A.I. technologies?  6:22 - What are the effects and the implications of hype for the use of this technology? 10:01 - What actually is a GPT and what are the ..read more

In this episode, Dr Emily O'Reilly and alumnus Andrew Strankman from the School of Biomedical Sciences continue their excellent discussion on podcasting in education, this time going back to the basics. How do you record a podcast, and why would you want to? What tools would you need to begin podcasting, and what are some production tips worth remembering? And which kind of podcast would most enrich your course's delivery?  This is the second in a two-part conversation facilitated by Teaching Matters' Eric Berger. In this short series, Emily and Andrew expand on the 'whys, whats, and hows ..read more

In this episode, Dr Emily O'Reilly and alumnus Andrew Strankman from the School of Biomedical Sciences introduces us to the specifics of their fascinating project on educational podcasts. This project, funded by the Principal's Teaching Awards Scheme, surveyed a diverse online cohort of students at The University of Edinburgh and their responses to teaching through podcasting. Taking us through the project's origins, methods, results, their discussion attends to how podcasting can revitalise student engagement, and how we might better exchange knowledge in online (and offline) classrooms.  ..read more

In this episode, we hear from senior lecturers Guy Fletcher at the School of Philosophy and Marc Geddes at the School of Politics, who share good practice by examining the successes and challenges of their student-nominated courses at The University of Edinburgh. This is the third episode of our Teaching Awards series, which features reflective conversations between nominees from the 13th Annual Teaching Awards, held by the Edinburgh University Students' Association.  Timestamps: 1:28 – Guy and Marc introduce themselves and their research topics 3:30 – The two outline their respective cou ..read more