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Research projects

Learnovate undertakes collaborative research funded by Enterprise Ireland to benefit the learning technology sector in Ireland. Our members can participate in our collaborative research programme and shape the direction of the research projects by joining our Expert Panel.

See below for a sample of our recent research projects.

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Learning in the Age of TikTok: How Gen Z is Shaping the Future of Learning and Work

This project investigates the learning and professional development needs of Generation Z as they enter the workforce and what organisations must change to engage them effectively.

GenAI-EduMap

An Erasmus+ Forward-Looking project (2026–2029) dedicated to supporting the ethical, effective, and scalable use of generative AI in education.

Responsible Voice-enabled AI in Schools (Stage 1)

Exploring Responsible Voice-enabled AI to Support Teaching, Learning, and Pupil Outcomes in Irish Primary and Special Schools.

Planning and Preparation for Learning and Teaching in Primary and Special Schools

This report examines how primary teachers use AI for lesson planning, drawing on global case studies and Irish policies to provide responsible adoption guidelines for educators and policymakers.

How AI is Powering Personalised Coaching

Exploring how AI can create authentic, personalised coaching experiences—enhancing learning, motivation, and connection through intelligent, conversational support.

Using Generative AI to Create Authentic Learning Experiences

The aim of Authentic Learning Experiences is to deliver the learning content using problems, challenges and situations the learner might encounter in their day-to-day work.

Assessing Authentic Generative AI Learning Experiences

Investigating the role of Generative AI as a driver for innovative assessment practices in Authentic Learning Experiences

Generative AI & Digital Learning Content Creation

Investigating the generation of effective, pedagogically sound learning content using Generative AI.

Generative AI Personalised Learning Planner

The primary focus will be on how we can take advantage of new technologies and techniques, such as generative AI, to complement and build on the state of the art when it comes to adaptive/personalised sequencing of learning content.

Gen AI at a glance

Learnovate’s suite of short research reports explores how generative AI is reshaping learning, teaching, and assessment across a range of educational contexts.

Investigation into Rewards and their effects on Student Motivation in Blended HE

This report synthesizes psychological, neuroscientific, and experimental research to evaluate how tangible rewards impact student motivation and sustainable learning behaviours in blended higher education.

ACT-AI Academy

The European Academy for Teachers’ skills and competences development for an effective AI Integration in education (ACT-AI Academy) is an Erasmus+ programme.

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