Workshop 09 – From Prompting to Prototyping: Building your own digital learning tools with Gen AI

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Track 4
Monday, July 6, 2026
12:45 PM - 4:15 PM

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Facilitators Assoc Prof Maurizio Costabile & Sarah Davey, Adelaide University Aim Many educators have transformative teaching resource ideas but lack coding knowledge to bring them to fruition. This practical workshop bridges that gap by utilising GenAI capabilities through natural language prompting, called “VIBE” coding. This workshop uses a proven framework to transform a concept into a working prototype in under three hours. Focus To provide hands-on application of the VIBE-Teaching Enhanced Learning (VIBE-TEL) framework for attendees to learn how to use GenAI to develop interactive digital learning resources. Overview Participants will apply their own teaching challenge through a multistage design process using our VIBE-TEL Framework. Each participant will create a first-draft prototype, learn the iterative process, and receive a copy of the framework to guide future projects. Intended audience This workshop is designed for academics, learning designers, and educational developers at any technical level. No coding experience is required; the only prerequisite is a specific teaching learning challenge that could be solved through a unique digital resource. Context This workshop is designed for academics, learning designers, and educational developers at any technical level. No coding experience is required; the only prerequisite is a specific teaching learning challenge that could be solved through a unique digital resource. Workshop plan The 180-minute session is structured as an “Iterative Sprint” to maximise engagement and productivity: Ignite & Orient: A live demo and small-group introductions centred on participants’ teaching challenges. Sprint 1: From Concept to First Draft: Participants engage in guided individual ideation before applying the VIBE-TEL framework for a “First Build” session using GenAI to generate an initial version of their resource. Peer Clinic: Participants pair up to share their prototype and receive structured feedback, creating a critical cross-pollination moment. Sprint 2: Refine & Enhance: Armed with feedback, participants engage in a second round, intensive iterative build cycle to troubleshoot and polish their prototype. Showcase & Synthesise: A “Gallery Walk” allows participants to showcase their prototypes, followed by a final group discussion on adapting the framework.

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