Who we are
Our altLAB expertise is dedicated to changing the way we work and learn. We provide colleagues with a range of services to enhance educational practice. We answer questions, form solutions, innovate and transform learning and teaching.
Although we work with staff, what we do is ultimately for our students. They are at the centre of all of our big decisions.
Develop, Review & Improve Administrative Systems, Policies & Procedures
I support continuous improvement of learning and assessment design, working in partnership with others to find solutions that are practical, creative and pedagogically-informed.
At the heart of effective technology integration, technology offers opportunities to be more actively involved in the learning experience.
My philosophy to education is Whakamana – Empower learners
I am passionate about the ways digital and emerging technologies can address inequity, augment and extend the learning and teaching experience, and enhance educational outcomes for all learners.
He iti nei, iti nei. Small acts of manaaki welcomes and grows te Tiriti honouring practices.
I enjoy empowering colleagues with creative methods to support their teaching.
I believe learning never end as it is the way to success
I enjoy working with staff and enabling them achieve better learning experience and outcome for their students.
There are so many unique ways to use video pedagogically. I take pride in giving you the confidence to try them
Seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave
I enjoy working alongside colleagues across AUT, leveraging technology, to enhance learning and teaching capabilities.
Teaching – It’s about Inspiration, Not Information
As a learning designer, I am passionate about integrating innovative technologies and authentic pedagogical practices to foster positive and inclusive communities of inquiry.
Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself
Helping to create engaging learning experiences through collaboration, reflection and design.
I enjoy learning and being a designer of learning experiences. I work alongside teaching staff to achieve a significant kind of learning for our students.
Fascinated by the rapid rate of adoption of new technologies and the flexibility of their application to teaching practice, and the benefits for staff and students.
A great learning outcome is from creative thinking with passion in education.
I enjoy the ability to develop complex and engaging apps that enhance the learning experience.
Direction
Our culture of open-mindedness, curiosity, critical thinking and collegiality, helps us tackle wicked problems in higher education. Our work seeks to create exceptional learning experiences for all AUT students and support our mission of Great Graduates. We work in close collaboration with faculties and service divisions, to promote an evidence-based approach to educational practice, within the wider AUT community.
Associate Professor Ben Kehrwald
Director of Professional Learning/ Head of altLAB
Technology-enhanced learning
Learning design
Curriculum and Pedagogy
Roelien Du Plessis
Executive Assistant
Planning & Organising
Problem Solving
Analysis & Assessment
