Technology
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Melbourne uni launches nanosatellite into space
The University of Melbourne (UniMelb) launched a nanosatellite into space last Saturday, in partnership with the Italian Space Agency, which…
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Thrive: the free mental health app from Monash
More than 100,000 students and staff at Monash University will have access to free mental health and wellbeing support through…
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What we can learn from AI education in Belgium
Collaborating with Aussie schools through artificial intelligence (AI) is high on the Belgian Economic Mission's agenda. Her Royal Highness Princess…
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AI best practice, the Accord, and HED
Since last November, the two focuses of higher education practitioners, leaders and commentators, have been the sector review of the…
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HEDx Podcast: How will AI and technology change what universities need to do? Episode 82
Dr Nora Koslowski, chief learning innovation officer at Melbourne Business School (MBS), joins the HEDx podcast to share her insights.…
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The state of access control across Australia’s universities
The education and training sector reported the fifth highest number of cyber security incidents - andthe most ransomware incidents -…
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UTS experts develop ‘mind-control’ robot tech
Australian researchers have developed a new type of AI-enabled interface that allows the use of mind control to operate robots.…
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‘Gamechanger’: OpenAI launches ChatGPT4
OpenAI has released a powerful new version of artificial intelligence program ChatGPT, capable of passing the US bar exam and…
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Monash ends physical staff and student ID
Monash University has ditched its physical student and staff ID cards for a "more convenient and secure" digital pass. The…
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The next step: the assignment marking bot?
Amazing new AI bots are now able to convincingly write cogent academic essays and assist in penning other student assignment…
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How the HE industry can ensure a secure state for critical infrastructure: opinion
The recently introduced Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Act 2022 (SLACIP) has led to significant changes around cybersecurity incidents…
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Academic institutions are a ripe target for cybercriminals, here are 3 reasons why: opinion
Data breaches can happen to any organisation of any size or industry. But, academic institutions have been a primary target…
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ANU paper raises alarm on Chinese tech training in Indonesia
Huawei and other Chinese government-backed companies are running huge technology training programs in Indonesia under the noses of Australia and…
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How digital technologies and biometrics can streamline the student experience: opinion
The education industry needs to urgently respond to the changing nature of student expectations. While many students are returning to…
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HEDx podcast – Serving the world through learning, episode 53
Betty Vandenbosch, chief content officer at Coursera, joins the HEDx podcast to outline her vision of how the landscape of…
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Online innovation and partnerships as core university enterprise – opinion
The phenomenal growth and success story of Arizona State University, as a journey from a teachers’ college to a world-class…
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HEDx podcast – The place of EdPlus in the ASU story, episode 52
Online education's journey to becoming core to the whole university – and to all students who make their own choice…
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What are the opportunities and threats to universities from EdTech investments? – opinion
The division of labour within workforces and the specialisation in products and services in supply chains have created highly advanced…
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HEDx podcast – An EdTech slaying the dragons of cheating in universities, episode 51
Cadmus CEO Herk Kailis joins the podcast to outline how EdTech companies have emerged to provide support services to help…
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Higher education is neglecting a key area in digital transformation: opinion
Universities and colleges have made great progress in their journey towards digital transformation, but many still have a long way…
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How can universities make future-proof learning technology choices? Opinion
In 2019, a national survey of provosts and vice-chancellors found that 83 per cent of universities planned to increase their…
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Universities a ‘potential target’ for Russian cyber attacks
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has made Australia increasingly vulnerable to cyber attacks, and the university sector is a prime target,…
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How SaaS is profoundly changing the relationship between staff and tech
Software as a Service allows non-IT staff to be involved in the selection and configuration of the software they need…
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Complement, not replace: expert reveals how AI can benefit educators, students – podcast
It’s natural for educators to be cautious when it comes to using artificial intelligence (AI) in practice, particularly given the…
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HEDx Podcast – A passion for purpose in realising student success – Episode 37
Denice Pitt, CEO of online learning pioneers OES, joins HEDx to reflect on the 10-year journey of her company supporting universities…
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