Intro session BEM2034 & BEP2120 23rd Sept.pptx

Introductory Webinar for Digital Technologies and the Future of Work module at University of Exeter.

1. Digital Technologies and the Future of Work BEM2034/BEP2120 Stephen Hickman and Lisa Harris

2. Webinar Plan Why the module topics are important – for individuals, organisations and society How the module works and our expectations of you as learners The role of Student Mentors – Xin Zhao Opportunities for further discussion/questions in the week 2 small group webinars

3. Why study digital transformation? “ It’s the world’s second-largest challenge, after climate change ” (Professor Mark Thompson) The core themes of digital transformation for organisations: Importance of culture change impact of the internet and its ability to connect a wide collection of devices at scale growth of new services enabled by emerging digital technologies developing responsible, scaleable policies   I mplications for career development within these disruptive environments: building the digital skills required for success ( effective workplace communications across hybrid locations, use of collaborative online tools and GenAI ) importance of ethical behaviour and wellbeing. 

4. Module Structure Weekly ONLINE asynchronous content/activities on ELE Real time small group webinars in weeks 2, 5, 8 and 10. THESE ARE NOT LECTURES In weeks 2 and 3 the module content and activities take place in our new “Explore Digital Transformation” course on the open platform “ Learn.Exeter ” From week 4 onwards the module content and activities revert to ELE

5. EXplore Courses on Learn.Exeter (for weeks 2 and 3) To access the Explore Digital Transformation course for the first time: Register with your university email address at https://learn.exeter.ac.uk/ Click “Browse Courses” Search for “Digital Transformation” Click to join For future access, the direct link to “Explore Digital Transformation” is: https://learn.exeter.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=129 Make sure you log in via SSO (the small orange button) NOT your email/password (this option is for external users)

6. Could you volunteer as a Digital Mentor? Xin’s experience

7. Click to access full report

8. Successful coursework trial last year Students were specifically tasked with using Generative AI to: answer a set question refine the initial answer using the tool AND further research elsewhere critically reflect on the changes they made to arrive at a “full” answer assessment was only based on the reflection, not the content Objective was to enhance employability and critical thinking skills Full details and results are in our EduExe blogpost

9. Module Assessment (full details in Module Handbook) You will be putting together a Portfolio of tasks (hand in date TBC): a poster (20% of module marks) an opinion piece (reflecting on the challenges and opportunities of using GenAI (2 x 500 words, 40% of module marks) a reflection on your learning through the module activities and discussions (1000 words, 40% of module marks) New for all modules in 24/25 – you will need to supply a declaration and evidence of your AI use when submitting your work: https://libguides.exeter.ac.uk/referencing/generativeai

10. Student Feedback on the coursework Interacting with ChatGPT for this task encouraged me to think critically and strategically. The process of asking questions to ChatGPT and exploring different angles of the same question has increased my critical thinking and communication skills. The action of changing a few words to enable a more informative and evaluative response has enabled me to create better styled questions for any queries during my learning at University and for any future career plans.   (Felicity Thomas, BSc Business Strategy and Marketing)  

11. Student Feedback on the module The Digital Technology and the Future of Work module really opened my eyes to the significant value that technology has brought into our everyday lives. Specifically, I really enjoyed learning about the concept of Smart Cities and the various sustainability challenges that can be addressed through the adaptation of current systems with the aid of technology. It was also insightful to hear about the inequality that the increased reliance on technology has created – further bridging the gap between those that have access to it and those that do not. How can we ensure technological development doesn’t outgrow the capacity for people to be able to use it? All in all, it was a fantastic module that I’d highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn more about how it is that the future landscape of both our working lives and personal lives will change and what it is as students that we can do to prepare for such change in a way that doesn’t compromise the integrity of our work. (Anna Pearce, BSc Business, Penryn)   

12. AI submission or submission to AI? Week 2 Activity 1. Watch the 10-minute film " Robort "  2. Critically reflect on your experience:    - Note features you enjoyed    - Note aspects you didn't like 3. Come to your week 2 webinar prepared to share some emotions you experienced while watching the film. How can we ensure GenAI is a “Force for Good”?