AI Ethics for Academic Success

Dr. Andrew Struan serves as the Head of Student Learning Development at the University of Glasgow, where he leads an award-winning, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to enhancing students' academic capabilities. His expertise spans both academic literacies and political history, with his PhD research focusing on the linguistic history of parliamentary debate and how language shapes ideologies. As the course coordinator for the Academic Writing Skills Programme, the largest course in UK Higher Education, he has made significant contributions to student development. His leadership extends beyond the university as co-Chair of ScotHELD, the national network for Scottish Learning Developers, and he holds a position on the Advisory Board of the Historical Thesaurus. Dr. Struan's work combines his passion for academic development with his research interests in political linguistics, making him instrumental in shaping how students develop their academic writing and research skills while contributing to our understanding of how political language evolves over time.

Caitlin Diver serves as the Digital Learning Technologist at the University of Glasgow's Student Learning Development team, where she plays a crucial role in enhancing digital education accessibility and effectiveness. Her expertise focuses on creating student-friendly guidance for various digital resources and tools, including learning management systems like Moodle, multimedia platforms such as Kaltura, productivity suites like Microsoft Office, and emerging AI technologies. Working collaboratively across Schools, Colleges, and Services, she develops comprehensive, easy-to-understand educational resources that help students navigate the university's digital infrastructure. Her work is instrumental in bridging the gap between complex technological tools and student needs, ensuring that digital learning resources are accessible and effectively utilized throughout the university community

Dr. Jennifer Boyle serves as the Deputy Head of Student Learning Development at the University of Glasgow, where she specializes in academic writing and student development across multiple disciplines. With a PhD in Medieval History and a background in both History and English Literature, she has established herself as a leading expert in academic writing instruction and student development. Her work spans multiple educational levels, from school to postgraduate research, with particular focus on Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, and international student support. She has co-authored two influential textbooks: "Writing for Science Students," which won Book of the Year 2018 from the Academic Booksellers' Association, and "Writing a Science PhD," both published by Palgrave MacMillan

Dr. Scott Ramsay holds a PhD in Molecular & Cellular Biology from the University of Glasgow, where he has been actively involved in teaching undergraduate tutorials and laboratory sessions from 2007 to 2012. Currently serving as the Deputy Head of Student Learning Development, he has also taken on roles such as Good Practice Adviser in learning and teaching and Effective Learning Adviser for students in the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences (MVLS). Dr. Ramsay coordinates several credit-bearing modules, including 'Intro to Communicating Science' and 'Rationality and Scientific Debate,' and contributes to transition courses for incoming undergraduates. He is the co-author of Writing for Science Students, which won Book of the Year 2018 by the Academic Booksellers' Association, and Writing a Science PhD. Additionally, he serves as Secretary of ScotHELD, the professional network for Scottish Higher Education Learner Developers. His dedication to improving educational practices and supporting student success makes him a key figure in the academic community at the University of Glasgow.