VET National Teaching & Learning Conference 2025: From Competence to Excellence – Taking the Journey

The VET Development Centre has a proud 20-year tradition of providing one of Australia’s leading teaching & learning conferences for Vocational Education and Training. The VET National Teaching & Learning Conference 2025 will be held in-person at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on the 14 & 15 of August.

Description

The VET Development Centre has a proud 20-year tradition of providing one of Australia’s leading teaching & learning conferences for Vocational Education and Training. The VET National Teaching & Learning Conference 2025 will be held in-person at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on the 14 & 15 of August.

The theme for this year’s Conference is ‘From Competence to Excellence – Taking the Journey’. At the core of this theme is the belief that learning should be a continuous process of improvement, where educators play a vital role in guiding learners towards excellence. This journey isn’t just about the outcome - it’s about fostering a mindset of growth, passion, and dedication to excellence at every step of the way. 

Over 2-days there will be an array of professional learning opportunities with a focus on VET practitioners, as well as a stream of sessions featuring VET applied research for other VET Sector professionals.

  • Keynote Speakers & Presentations
  • Expert Panels, including World Skills Australia representatives
  • Concurrent Teaching & Learning Workshops
  • Applied Research Sessions
  • Networking Function

Building on the successes of previous years, ‘From Competence to Excellence – Taking the Journey’ is designed for VET professionals to be empowered, celebrating and strengthening their own journey whilst taking learners and students on a journey of their own. Delegates will hear from high-profile keynote speakers, engage in a range of presentations and panel discussions, and attend concurrent interactive workshops, and research sessions; it is a perfect opportunity take the journey and network with colleagues from across Australia.

Together with stimulating and engaging Keynote speakers, another important part of the conference is the concurrent ‘Professional Learning Workshops’. These sessions, together with inspiring presentations, panel discussions and informative case studies, will reflect upon the fundamental aim of the Conference, empowering teachers and trainers from public, private and community providers to take the journey, enhancing the path from competence to excellence in education and employment outcomes for VET students.

EARLY BIRD FEE $575 (incl. GST) FOR REGISTRATION BEFORE 30 APRIL 2025

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Ticket price from 1st May 2025: $660 (incl. GST); 10% discount for Group Bookings of 10 or more (available on standard ticket price from 01/05/2025)

Further speakers to be announced soon.

Conference MC

Chemène Sinson

Chemène specialises in education, learning and performance across various educational sectors, both within Australia and internationally.

Featuring Keynote Presentations

Andrew Douch: ‘Machine Smart, Human Sharp - The Excellence Equation: Teacher × AI = Educational Magic’

Andrew Douch is a Victorian presenter, teacher and educationalist. He helps teachers amplify their impact on student learning by inspiring new thinking about teaching effectively in today’s technology-rich world. He is also renowned for his engaging Biology revision lectures, podcasts and videos. Andrew’s ideas have been adopted by teachers at all levels of education across Australia and the world and have attracted numerous awards including a Prime Minister’s Award for Quality Schooling, a Victorian Education Excellence Award, The Microsoft Worldwide Innovative Teacher of the Year, an IMS Global Leadership Award and an Australian College of Educators World Teachers’ Day Award.

 In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, the gap between competence and excellence has never been more navigable. In this presentation Andrew will showcase ways AI tools can empower VET educators to transcend standard teaching practices and achieve truly exceptional outcomes. Discover practical strategies for leveraging AI to enhance creativity, personalize learning experiences, and automate routine tasks—freeing you to focus on what matters most: inspiring and motivating your students. Join us to explore how embracing AI as a partner in education can transform competent teaching into an art form that excites, engages, and elevates both educators and learners on their journey toward excellence.

Lisa McInnes-Smith: ‘We’ve All Got What It Takes, But Where Is It?’

Lisa McInnes-Smith is in the top echelon of commercial speakers, having presented live to more than 2.5 million people across 30 countries. She inspires and motivates, energises and entertains. She helps people to grow through her deposit of transforming truths, practical tools and skills that enable people to transform the way they do business and life.

Lisa is a dynamic force who electrifies the stage with her boundless energy and genuine passion for people. With a wealth of experience as a sports psychologist, she has honed practical tools and wisdom to empower individuals to elevate their performance and reach new heights. On a global scale, she is the first Australian inducted into the International Speaker Hall of Fame.

Tim Cope: 'Learning to Rush Slowly’

Tim Cope is a celebrated Australian adventurer and author renowned as much for his iconic journeys, as for championing the people of the lands he travels through. He is a model example of resilience, responsible risk-taking, and the importance of building strong relationships, but has also earned the unique title from National Geographic of ˜cultural ambassador. Tim passionately presents the case that there are crucial lessons to be learned by stepping outside the comfort zone of our social constructs and reassessing life through the lens of unfamiliar cultures. He believes that the experience of adventure remains important in our digital era, in part because of the human wisdom to be learned from lands and people different to our own.

The Odyssey: Tim is best known for his ambitious odyssey riding horses on the trail of Genghis Khan, 10,000km from Mongolia to Hungary across the great Eurasian Steppe. Australian Geographic billed this ‘one of the greatest journeys of modern times.’ At the beginning of the journey, Tim could barely ride a horse, but three and a half years later he made world headlines when he rode onto the banks of the Danube, along with his three horses and trusty canine companion, Tigon. To get there he had endured challenges that ranged from wolves and thieves to isolation in freezing steppe and searing deserts, social unrest and bureaucratic bungling. Nearing the end he received the tragic news of the sudden death of his father. Through it all Tim drew inspiration from the nomadic people of the steppe who offered friendship, wisdom, and extraordinary hospitality. They taught Tim how to have patience, resilience, to make friends with the unfamiliar, and to retain both a sense of humour, curiosity, humility, and humanity in the face of adversity.

Fiori Giovanni: 'How to reach for the stars, no matter what life throws at us’

Fiori’s extraordinary story is a route probably only a few other women in the world have travelled, but she tells it in a way that leaves her audience with the keys, tools, and attitudes that shape courage, resilience, real leadership and a shift in mindset. Courage to tackle the changes they’ve dreamt about but for which they fear failure, Resilience to overcome challenges, Leadership to envision and define their goals and Mindset to shift from a victim to a victor. In a nutshell, Fiori shares a potent formula that empowers others to overcome problems, both big and small.

All the above traits are something that Fiori has needed in massive amounts being born in a war-torn Africa and overcoming the challenge of a pubescent arranged marriage, and as a teenager being mandatorily subscripted into the army and clinging to life in a leaking boat loaded with refugees. She had the courage to survive and learn from these experiences to become a serial entrepreneur, a #1 best-selling author, media commentator, human rights activist, proud mother, and sought-after Keynote speaker. While she’d experienced pain and loss on a devastating scale already, the worst was yet to come. In 2020, the unimaginable happened. She lost her beloved seven-month and half old daughter, Illen. Fiori’s journey of grief led to her certification in Self-Directed Healing practitioner and Hypnotherapy Certificates. Throughout her colourful career, she has built up a bank of knowledge, information, life experiences and strategies and this wasn’t any different for her. Fiori is the perfect example of how life is not about what happens in your life, rather, how you manage it. And, how a mastered mind can be harnessed, during the good times and bad.

Mike Rolls: 'Uncovering Why Less, Really is More’

Mike Rolls is a leading authority in resilience. His extensive lived experience through adversity began at age 18 when he survived a deadly bout of Meningococcal Septicemia, which resulted in severe internal and external injuries, including multiple amputations. Given just a 5% chance of survival, Mike defied the odds, spending six months in the hospital and facing years of recovery. This life-changing event marked the start of an unexpected journey toward helping individuals and businesses manage their own challenges with greater efficiency and effectiveness.

His message, “Why Me? To What’s Next?” is a simple yet effective philosophy that underpins his work. This no-nonsense, practical approach is designed to help individuals tap into and unlock greater levels of resilience in both their personal and professional lives. Mike has a background in the health industry. He is a qualified Counsellor, a highly skilled communicator and a passionate supporter of amputee charity, Limbs 4 Life. He is an ambassador of Interplast Australia and New Zealand, Cobra Puma Golf, Ossur Australia, and has represented Australia in All Abilities Golf.

Presentations & Workshops

Another important part of the program is the Professional Learning Workshops and Presentations by a range of highly regarded presenters including:

  • Toby George Jones: Making AI Work: Turning Hype into Practical Action
  • Dr Adam Bignold: Victorian & Australian Teacher/Trainer of the Year 2024
  • Emma Rice: Fostering Inclusion: Student Voices
  • Leigh Dwyer: The use of AI to support teaching practices & curriculum design in adult & vocational education
  • Dr Tabatha Griffin: Effective teaching and learning: teacher perspectives on what works best for whom
  • Upekha Andrahannadi: Effective student support: enabling the learner journey
  • Kent Martin, Jeanette Swain & Vicki Saray: Transforming Health & Community Education Through Flipped Learning
  • Lisa Piller: Sustainability: Innovation & Systems Change towards Circularity in Textiles & Clothing
  • Sam Crowe: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Educator Empowerment
  • Michele Tocci: Create a Journey of Excellence: How Communication Shapes Learning and Success
  • Jillian West: Cultural Awareness
  • Claire Field: Teaching for Tomorrow: The Future of Work and the Evolution of VET
  • Kevin Ekendahl, Matthew Dale, Aimee Yow & Julie van Belkom: The Future of Inclusive VET: Strategies for Supporting Diverse Learners

Further speakers to be advised

Speakers, Panel discussions and further research presentations, will provide insights on how VET providers and trainers can effectively support and engage students, harnessing opportunities on their journey.

Venue & Accommodation

MELBOURNE CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE (MCEC)

Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country
2 Clarendon Street
South Wharf, Victoria 3006

MCEC is a Melbourne icon. Located in the vibrant South Wharf precinct, just a walk along the Yarra River to Southbank, the Arts precinct and the CBD.  Getting to MCEC is easy. Stroll along the river from Melbourne’s city centre, catch a tram or train to the venue doorstep, or drive into one of several onsite secure car parks. 

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf stands proudly in one of Melbourne's oldest locations, the historic South Wharf promenade. The hotel is complemented with direct access to MCEC. For those in need of some retail therapy, the hotel is adjacent to the DFO centre, with 180 plus retail brands. A short walk from the hotel is Seafarers Bridge, connecting you to Marvel Stadium, Southern Cross Station and the city centre.

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In this webinar you will develop core security awareness and how you can educate your learners, team, friends, and family about cyber-attacks.

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If you’ve struggled with attracting multicultural students, identifying the challenges they face, and implementing effective strategies to create an inclusive learning environment, this is an unmissable session. By understanding the unique barriers and challenges faced by students from migrant and refugee backgrounds, you can make your classroom more equitable and supportive.

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Are you interested in learning about the AI Assessment Scale (AIAS) in the context of VET assessments? If yes, join this webinar to learn more.

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In this interactive online workshop, you'll gain insights into how the brain and body respond to stress and learn practical techniques to reduce stress for yourself and your students. Discover the fundamentals of stress, explore effective stress reduction strategies, and learn how to implement these techniques in your daily routine.

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Join this VET Chat to check-in with yourself and learn how to use the Wheel of Life to help reflect and set goals both in your professional and personal life.

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During this session, we will delve into the topic of digital literacy and how it is an addition to the core skills of language, literacy and numeracy.

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During this session, Alan will cover designing competency-based training, clustering units, designing competency-based assessment, and integrated assessment.

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Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to enhance your EI skills, empowering you to foster genuine connections with your students, colleagues, and stakeholders.

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Discover how text, audio, image, video, 3D, and code generation tools are shaping the near future of GenAI. Designed for trainers, assessors, and team leaders, this session will provide a comprehensive overview of generative AI and its applications.

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Led by an experienced auditor, this workshop assists RTOs to establish a framework for identifying the evidence required and organising it for audit purposes.

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Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to enhance your EI skills, empowering you to foster genuine connections with your students, colleagues, and stakeholders. Through this interactive session and personalised guidance, you'll uncover the core principles of EI and begin a journey of self-discovery and growth.

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Are you prepared for your year-end AVETMISS reporting? Avoid the stress by knowing what your obligations are ahead of time and getting systems and processes in place to make it run smoothly.

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This session will unpack a number of factors that influence the requirements for industry currency for trainers and assessors and present the formula in an easy-to-apply format.

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This Deep Dive Webinar is a ‘must-do’ for all trainers and assessors grappling with the rapidly changing assessment landscape with AI in education.

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Join us for this engaging session where we draw from the latest VET research and contemporary cognitive load theories applied to PowerPoint design. Learn what your learners really think and see firsthand the impact of slide design on engagement and outcomes.

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This session will highlight the importance of accessibility and inclusivity, identify common barriers, and provide practical solutions such as implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, leveraging assistive technologies, and fostering inclusive curricula.

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In this virtual workshop, Kevin Ekendahl will take you through the importance of good governance and why building your accountability matrix will lead to improvements in performance and processes.

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ADHD is being frequently diagnosed amongst adults and particularly women. In this chat we will investigate the symptoms of ADHD, the strategies to employ in teaching adults with ADHD and how to support them to successful outcomes.

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This VET Chat will explore practical strategies and techniques to support educators to navigate the demanding landscape of workload intensity. With increasing responsibilities and expectations, it’s easy for trainers and assessors to feel overwhelmed and burnt out. This presentation will provide tools to manage workload intensity and wellbeing at the organisation and individual level.

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This session will deepen your understanding of neurodiversity, offering practical strategies to better support and connect with these learners.

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Learn how to build respectful relationships and create a supportive learning environment that promotes engagement and pathways to success. Join Feren Yen for this webinar, "Supporting CALD Learners," to explore how supporting CALD learners might look like in your classroom.

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This online session will unpack the concept of Micro-Credentials and Digital Badges. After this webinar you will develop an awareness and understanding of best practices in the VET sector and potential application in your RTO.

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Join CEO of Altura Learning, Paul Goudie, for "Bridging the Cybersecurity Skills Gap." This timely session will address the urgent need for skilled cybersecurity professionals and the critical role the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector plays in filling this gap.

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Join us for an insightful day as our recent International VET Practitioner Fellows share their global perspectives and innovative findings.

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Join Nathan from the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) as he takes you through the new features of training.gov.au and provides some hints and tips about how you can use the enhanced training.gov.au in your role.

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The VET Development Centre is pleased to invite you to the 2024 World Teachers’ Day Webinar on Friday 25 October, a free 45-minute event delivered online, that supports the outstanding achievements of educators and trainers in the VET sector. This year's event will feature Pacific Education and Partnerships Specialist Artila Devi and Occupational Therapist and Managing Director of Abraham OT Services (AOTS), Vicki Abraham.

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As part of the ISS Institute's partnership with the Victorian Skills Authority (VSA), the VSA annually invites an international expert in vocational education and training to Victoria. This year, we are pleased to welcome Prof. José Ramón Gómez Laconcha, CEO of iTlent and Prof. Natalia Gaston Estanga from Tknika and iTlent in the Basque Country.

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National VET Chats create a space to stimulate conversation, explore new trends and spark and inspire thinking. Bring your tea/coffee/beverage to the chat to participate in an engaging, thought provoking and interactive session!

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This eLearn course is designed to help managers and educators develop the emotional, social, and cognitive skills necessary to support teachers working with students who have experienced trauma, particularly in the context of family violence.

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This eLearn course is designed to introduce participants to the concept of transformative learning and how it can be effectively applied in family violence training.

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Is your RTO ready to embrace the new Standards for RTOs that come into effect this year? These new standards place the responsibility on RTOs to provide quality training and support for learners.

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This full-day, in-person workshop will provide a comprehensive breakdown of the new Outcome Standards, exploring the strategic and operational impacts for RTOs.

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Don’t let another term pass with underwhelming results and overwhelming workload. Leverage this workshop to turn your assessments from pain points into powerful learning tools, and watch learner satisfaction soar!

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The session will dive into self-assurance models, explore best practice for monitoring/measuring success and provide participants with confidence that they have a solid plan for implementation.

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National VET Chats create a space to stimulate conversation, explore new trends and spark and inspire thinking. Bring your tea/coffee/beverage to the chat to participate in an engaging, thought provoking and interactive session!

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In this engaging 90-minute webinar, participants will explore the updated requirements for Learner Support in the Outcome Standards. With a focus on practical strategies and actionable insights, this session examines both the strategic and operational impacts of Quality Area 2.

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In this focused 90-minute webinar, participants will gain critical insights into the updated requirements for the VET Workforce under the Outcome Standards, including an in-depth exploration of the Credential Policy.

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Join Kay for this introductory session as she explores Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how it impacts on teaching and learning.

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This 90-minute webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of the new Training and Assessment requirements under the Outcome Standards, equipping participants with actionable insights into both strategic and operational implications.

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This 90-minute webinar offers a comprehensive dive into the new governance requirements under the Outcome Standards, highlighting both strategic and operational impacts for RTOs.

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In this session, led by Kevin Ekendahl, we will review the new Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).

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Designed for educators and administrators alike, this session will discuss Quality Area 1 of the New Standards: Training and Assessment in detail. We will explore the key changes to Training and Assessment, ensuring your RTO meets and exceeds the new benchmarks.

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In this session, led by Kevin Ekendahl, we will focus on Learner Support in the New Standards for Registered Training Organisations.

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This introductory webinar led by Kevin Ekendahl, will provide participants with a foundational understanding of inclusive curriculum design, focusing on creating learning pathways that cater to diverse student needs.

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Designed for educators and administrators alike, this session will shed light on the Validation Framework and practices for maintaining compliance by having adequate systems and processes.

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Join us for the Effective Feedback and Communication workshop, designed to help you master the essential skills for fostering better connections, boosting collaboration, and driving successful outcomes in your professional environment.

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This Webinar Recording is a ‘must-see’ for all trainers and assessors grappling with the rapidly changing assessment landscape with AI in education.

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This recording explores academic integrity and assessment in the context of Generative AI application such as ChatGPT.

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This webinar recording explores key areas of ethical concern with GenAI, and their relevance in education.

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Learn how mapping learning resources and assessments can be used to provide an overview of the skills and knowledge contained in each unit of competency.

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In this webinar recording, you'll gain insights into how the brain and body respond to stress and learn practical techniques to reduce stress for yourself and your students. Discover the fundamentals of stress, explore effective stress reduction strategies, and learn how to implement these techniques in your daily routine.

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Delve into the topic of digital literacy and how it is an addition to the core skills of language, literacy and numeracy.

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Discover how Generative AI can revolutionize your teaching methods and enhance learning outcomes.

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This recording will highlight the importance of accessibility and inclusivity, identify common barriers, and provide practical solutions such as implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, leveraging assistive technologies, and fostering inclusive curricula.

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This webinar recording will deepen your understanding of neurodiversity, offering practical strategies to better support and connect with these learners.

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Learn how to build respectful relationships and create a supportive learning environment that promotes engagement and pathways to success.

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Discover how text, audio, image, video, 3D, and code generation tools are shaping the near future of GenAI. Designed for trainers, assessors, and team leaders, this recording will provide a comprehensive overview of generative AI and its applications.

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Are you seeking to expand your cultural competence and contribute to a more inclusive and understanding environment?

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Embark on a journey into the fascinating world of Generative AI (GenAI) with an introduction to key concepts including how models are constructed, where the data comes from and how it is used.

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The VDC Professional Learning Fellowship offers an immersive, blended learning experience designed for VET educators from Australia-wide educational settings. This comprehensive program will build upon your teaching practice and leadership skills, helping you make a meaningful impact on the VET sector.

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Tired of spending hours developing training and assessment materials? Discover how free AI platforms streamline resource creation.

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Artificial Intelligence is changing the world of work and the world of learning.

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ADHD is being frequently diagnosed amongst adults and particularly women. In this chat we will investigate the symptoms of ADHD, the strategies to employ in teaching adults with ADHD and how to support them to successful outcomes.

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In this 90-minute virtual workshop, Maria Andrews tackles the myths of multitasking, productiveness and encourages leaders to look at new ways of measuring productivity and the value assigned to work and performance. This workshop will give team leaders, supervisors and managers new insights into the way they assign work and set goals for performance and productivity.

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How to attract multicultural students into your class, identify the challenges and strategies to address them.

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In this workshop, Kevin Ekendahl will take you through the importance of good governance and why building your accountability matrix will lead to improvements in performance and processes.

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Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to enhance your EI skills, empowering you to foster genuine connections with your students, colleagues, and stakeholders. Through this interactive session and personalised guidance, you'll uncover the core principles of EI and begin a journey of self-discovery and growth.

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Teaching is an art. If you are finding unpacking knowledge and skills in an engaging way daunting or want to add a few more teaching tools to your kit, this workshop is for you. In this interactive and full day workshop we will explore evidence based, engaging and high impact teaching strategies and activities that work!

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Take a break from the day to day stresses and refresh your mind with Feren Yen for "Refresh and Refuel: Educator Well being," a webinar dedicated to helping educators manage stress and enhance their overall well being

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Assessment validation is a review process used to confirm that an RTO’s assessment system can and is consistently producing valid assessment judgements. This webinar delivers a pragmatic approach to conducting effective assessment validation. You will learn methods and techniques for validating assessment tools.

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