The Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Teaching and Learning invites
you to register and submit abstracts for the Innovations in the Science of
Teaching and Learning (iSoTL) 2025 Conference: Student Success in the Age
of Artificial Intelligence.
Conference
Overview
The 3rd Innovations
in the Science of Teaching and Learning Conference, focuses on artificial
intelligence and student success in higher education. Learning and teaching in
higher education are at a crucial turning point. This is a direct result of
the transformation that artificial intelligence systems are bringing to
educational practice around the world. Research studies have shown that the
transformation now taking place in higher education presents the sector with
both enormous potential and major constraints (Holmes et al., 2021).
The rapid development of artificial
intelligence technologies has ushered in an era of upheaval in education,
which scholars refer to as the fourth education revolution. This revolution
includes the introduction of personalised learning environments, intelligent
tutoring systems and AI-powered assessment techniques. Recent research by Roll
and Wylie (2023) has found that the use of artificial intelligence in higher
education requires the use of technological tools in conjunction with human
skills that enable relevant learning experiences. To discuss the critical
convergence of education and AI, this conference will bring together
academics, educators and innovators.
The conference
builds on AI integration frameworks for education and models of learner
success in technology-enhanced learning environments to explore how
educational institutions can develop AI-driven, student-centred environments
that support human interaction and intellectual development. Research has
shown that the use of strategic artificial intelligence leads to improved
learning outcomes, particularly in the areas of personalised learning pathways
(Tariq, 2024), early intervention systems (Gordanier, Hauk & Sankaran,
2019,) and flexible assessment techniques (Barua & Lockee, 2025). The
introduction of artificial intelligence raises the question of how to
strengthen academic standards and maintain fairness among students while
improving the understanding of AI among both staff and students.
The goal of the 3rd
iSoTL conference is to bring together evidence-based and collaborative
research to address important concerns. By examining both established research
and new findings from the field, we can create a link between theoretical
ideas and their practical application. Meaningful dialogue between
technologists, educators and researchers is essential to successfully navigate
the revolution that is occurring in higher education.
Date: 01 – 03 October
2025
Time: 08h00 to 17h00
Early Registration
Fees: Staff
(UKZN) – R2,000 | UKZN Postgrad students – R1,000 | External local
delegates – R5,000 | External international delegates – R8,000
Registration
Deadline:
31 July 2025
Abstract Submission
and Registration Process:
Step 1: Submit an Abstract
Step 2: Request an Invoice as an Internal or External delegate
Step 3: Register for the conference
Step 4: Make payment using any of the payment methods provided on the invoice and email proof of payment to utlo2ukzn.ac.za
Conference links
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Submit an Abstract: Click
here
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Request
for Invoice (Internal Delegates): Click
here
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Request
for Invoice (External Delegates): Click
here
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Registration: Click
here
·
Funding Application: Click here
Queries can be
directed to utlo@ukzn.ac.za
Issued by
Professor Thabo Msibi
Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and
Learning
