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      <pubDate>2026-03-06 20:43:14 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>The Use of AI and GenAI with K-12 students</title>
         <author>lstutt</author>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Primary Research Question:</strong></p><p>In what ways might AI and GenAI tools be used to provide students in upper intermediate grades (grades 5, 6, and 7) in the K-12 system in Richmond, British Columbia, with learning disabilities and output limitations, the ability to access information and curriculum in a way that contributes to their understanding of curricular content?</p><p><strong>Sub Questions:</strong></p><ol><li><p>How might AI and GenAI be used to enable authentic displays of understanding?</p></li><li><p>How might AI and GenAI be used and still provide opportunities for assessment of knowledge?</p></li><li><p>In what ways might assignments, projects, and assessments be designed for grade 5-7 students with exceptionalities to incorporate the use of AI and GenAI tools safely and effectively?</p></li><li><p>What criteria might be used to assess which AI and GenAI tools and/or functions are used with grade 5-7 students with exceptionalities?</p></li></ol><p><br/></p><p>Thank you so much for taking the time to watch my ARP presentation, please feel free to ask any questions you may have. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-04-03 03:12:15 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Launching a L&amp;D Framework: The Foundation of a Public-Sector Learning Organisation</title>
         <author>chrisnhenderson</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/rru/MALAT2026ARP/wish/3852569651</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>As you will learn in my video, the focus of my project is how a learning and development (L&amp;D) framework based on the <em>70:20:10</em> model can be expanded in scope to provide the foundation for establishing a public sector <em>Learning Organisation</em>. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Primary Research Question</strong></p><p>RQ1 - As a public sector agency, how might we implement the 2026/2027 L&amp;D framework?</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sub-questions</strong></p><p>RQ2 - What are the critical success factors and implementation barriers associated with translating the 2026/2027 L&amp;D framework into practice?</p><p><br></p><p>RQ3 - What strategies and systems can be used to optimise learner experience and engagement with the 2026/2027 L&amp;D framework?</p><p><br></p><p>RQ4 - How might the implementation of the L&amp;D framework contribute to a culture of learning?</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for watching the video about my ARP, and I look forward to your input and feedback.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-04-04 19:48:30 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>From Curiosity to Competence: Supporting Instructional Designers in Using AI Tools at Corporate Workplaces</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/rru/MALAT2026ARP/wish/3853088972</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>My ARP examines how instructional designers at Motorola Solutions can be supported in building competency and confidence with prompt-engineering generators in a corporate workplace context.</p><p><strong>Main Research Question:</strong> In what ways can instructional designers be supported in their use of prompt-engineering generators to enhance their competency and confidence with AI tools at Motorola Solutions?</p><p><strong>Sub-Questions:</strong></p><ol><li><p>What elements are needed to effectively support instructional designers in using prompt-engineering generators in their workflows?</p></li><li><p>How do instructional designers apply critical thinking to evaluate and refine AI-generated outputs?</p></li><li><p>What criteria can be used to assess the effectiveness of supports for instructional designers using prompt-engineering generators at Motorola Solutions?</p></li><li><p>What factors influence instructional designers' adoption and confidence in using prompt-engineering generators?</p></li></ol>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-04-05 17:28:05 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Exploring AI-Driven Gamified Learning for Yorùbá Pronunciation Development Among Diaspora Teenagers - Alex</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/rru/MALAT2026ARP/wish/3853124480</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Research Questions:</strong></p><ol><li><p>How can AI-driven personalization features support Yorùbá pronunciation learning among diaspora teenagers with varying levels of language exposure and proficiency?</p></li><li><p>How can gamified learning strategies enhance motivation, consistency, and engagement in Yorùbá pronunciation learning among diaspora teenagers?</p></li><li><p>What criteria and evaluation strategies can be used to assess the potential effectiveness of AI-driven gamified platforms in improving Yorùbá pronunciation accuracy and speaking confidence among diaspora teenagers?</p></li></ol><p><br/></p><p>I appreciate the time you took to watch my ARP video presentation. I look forward to your comments and questions.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-04-05 18:37:11 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Designing Online Parenting Programs That Build Parental Self-Efficacy in Support of Child Social Emotional Learning</title>
         <author>lara1higgins</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/rru/MALAT2026ARP/wish/3854867504</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Main research question:</p><p>How might the design of online parenting programs build the self-efficacy of parents who are supporting the social-emotional development of their child 0 – 6?&nbsp;</p><p>Sub questions:</p><ol><li><p>What design considerations would support parental engagement in online programs to build their parenting skills?</p></li><li><p>How might self-reflection and metacognition activities contribute to self-efficacy development of parents in an online parenting program?</p></li></ol>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-04-06 23:11:31 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Utilizing AI technology in the Work Integrated Classroom: The potential benefits of engaging post-secondary students.</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/rru/MALAT2026ARP/wish/3854889663</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>RQ</strong>: How does the adoption and integration of artificial intelligence tools affect the post‑secondary experiential learning classroom, particularly in work‑integrated learning programs?<br><br><strong>Sub questions: </strong></p><p><br/></p><p>1. How might WIL programs use AI tools and adaptive technologies? </p><p>2. How do AI tools impact student learning?</p><p><br/></p><p>Thank you for taking the time to review my ARP and learn a little about what I do. Let me know if you have any questions.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-04-06 23:44:07 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Safeguarding Academic Integrity: Adapting to Inscrutable Student Use of AI Tools</title>
         <author>speasley3</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/rru/MALAT2026ARP/wish/3856767725</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>For those who could not attend the live presentation, here is the link: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://royalroads.zoom.us/rec/share/dUCrhQM_WRcflFGrSikfgytSZ6WWnc1VHslC3GsBIF8LRgPyOl2QMLANi5g4LN31.RLbhzc0xUcp5ZUQE">https://royalroads.zoom.us/rec/share/dUCrhQM_WRcflFGrSikfgytSZ6WWnc1VHslC3GsBIF8LRgPyOl2QMLANi5g4LN31.RLbhzc0xUcp5ZUQE</a></p><p><br></p><p>Primary Research Question:</p><p><br></p><p>How might assessment and student learning outcomes at Royal Roads University adapt or respond to undetectable AI use?</p><p><br></p><p>Sub-questions:</p><p><br></p><ol><li><p>How might the design of activities and assignments influence academic integrity and rigour (with and without AI tools)?</p></li><li><p>How might assessment strategies and institutional policies be adapted to address AI use?</p></li><li><p>What strategies can be implemented to neutralise or challenge unauthorised AI use?</p></li><li><p>How could the philosophy and purpose of learning outcomes adapt in acknowledgement of AI use?</p></li></ol><p><br></p><p>I am happy to hear your thoughts and will do my best to answer any questions you might have. Enjoy the rest of the symposium.</p><p><br></p><p>I referenced a couple of sources in the video, which are provided here:</p><p><br></p><p>Humble, N., Boustedt, J., Holmgren, H., Milutinovic, G., Seipel, S., &amp; Östberg, A.-S. (2023). Cheaters or AI-enhanced learners: Consequences of ChatGPT for programming education. <em>Electronic Journal of E-Learning</em>, <em>22</em>(2), 16–29. <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://doi.org/10.34190/ejel.21.5.3154">https://doi.org/10.34190/ejel.21.5.3154</a></p><p><br></p><p>Kosmyna, N., Hauptmann, E., Yuan, Y. T., Situ, J., Liao, X.-H., Beresnitzky, A. V., Braunstein, I., &amp; Maes, P. (2025, November 7). <em>Your brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of cognitive debt when using an AI assistant for essay writing task</em>. MIT Media Lab. <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://arxiv.org/abs/2506.08872">https://arxiv.org/abs/2506.08872</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ryan, R. M., &amp; Deci, E. L. (2000). Self-determination theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being. <em>American Psychologist</em>, <em>55</em>(1), 68.</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-04-07 21:09:24 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Scaling GenAI from Pilot to Practice through Leadership Behaviours</title>
         <author></author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/rru/MALAT2026ARP/wish/3878965259</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Primary Research Question</strong></p><p>In what ways might leadership behaviours contribute to the learning conditions that support employees’ sustained use of genAI tools, like Google Gemini, within the Merchandising division at Home Depot Canada?</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Sub-questions</strong></p><ol><li><p>How might leadership behaviours shape employees’ perceptions of the usefulness and ease of use of Gemini?</p></li><li><p>How might leaders contribute to an implementation climate that encourages employees to integrate Gemini into core workflow practices?</p></li><li><p>In what ways might technostress influence how employees respond to leadership efforts intended to support the use of Gemini?</p></li><li><p>What strategies might be used to evaluate how leadership efforts contribute to the use of Gemini in the Merchandising division?</p></li></ol><p><br/></p><p>Apologies for the delayed post! Thank you for watching my video, and please let me know if you have any questions. </p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2026-04-22 06:11:31 UTC</pubDate>
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