Rhagolwg
Research Interests
My primary research revolves around the exploration of priors in visual perception across different age groups. By employing visual illusions as investigative tools, I seek to to contribute to a deeper understanding the intricate workings of perception and cognition.
In addition to my work in visual perception, I am excited about integrating technology and education. My pedagogical research focuses on leveraging AI technologies to optimise the learning experience and foster greater knowledge retention among students. By embracing AI in educational practices, I believe we can equip students with the skills they need to excel in a dynamic and swiftly-changing technological landscape.
Teaching Activities
I currently teach research methods and scientific communication. I take great pride in encouraging students to become independent thinkers and effective communicators within the scientific community.
My third-year project for 2023/2024 is titled "I'm a Chatbot, Ask Me Anything: Designing Interactive Learning Experiences with AI Tools". Together with an external industry partner, my students will explore the various factors that impact the efficacy of learning materials and how AI can be used as a tool to support active engagement and lead to deeper information processing and retention.
Employability Lead
Beyond my research and teaching endeavours, I am the Employability Lead for the School of Psychology and Sport Science. In this capacity, I actively contribute to the university's strategic plan to embed employability and transferable skills into the curriculum to equip students with the skills necessary to excel in work and research, thus producing well-rounded graduates ready to make meaningful contributions to society.
Cymwysterau
- PhD: The Development of Visual Priors Across the Lifespan
2018–2023 - MSc: Psychological Research
2017–2018 - BSc: Seicoleg efo Niwroseicoleg
2014–2017
Cyhoeddiadau
2024
- CyhoeddwydDeveloping Counselling Skills through AI Client Simulation
Pickard-Jones, B., Sanders, L. & Short, F., 2024
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad arall › Cyfraniad Arall › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid - CyhoeddwydMindful mnemonics: Revolutionizing learning with AI-generated mnemonics
Pickard-Jones, B. & Short, F., 2024
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad arall › Cyfraniad Arall › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid - CyhoeddwydPearls of Wisdom
Pickard-Jones, B., Morris, M. & Short, F., 2024
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad arall › Cyfraniad Arall - CyhoeddwydPosition Statement
Pickard-Jones, B. & Short, F., 2024, 2 t.
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad arall › Cyfraniad Arall › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
2023
- CyhoeddwydDo changes in the ability to perceive shape from shading index cognitive function? Evidence for sex-specific effects.
Pickard-Jones, B. & Sapir, A., 27 Awst 2023.
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Murlen › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
2020
- Cyhoeddwyd3D Shape-from-Shading Relies on a Light Source Prior that Does Not Change With Age
Pickard Jones, B., d'Avossa, G. & Sapir, A., Rhag 2020, Yn: Vision Research. 177, t. 88-96
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
2019
- CyhoeddwydHow our unconscious visual biases change the way we perceive objects
Pickard-Jones, B., 15 Ion 2019, The Conversation.
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyhoeddiad arbenigol › Erthygl - CyhoeddwydThe Development of the Light Source Bias in Shape-from-Shading
Pickard Jones, B. & Sapir, A., 26 Awst 2019. 1 t.
Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Murlen › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
Gweithgareddau
2024
- The Big AI Debate
28 Medi 2024
Gweithgaredd: Sgwrs wadd (Siaradwr) - International Enterprise Educators Conference 2024
4 Medi 2024 – 6 Medi 2024
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd Academaidd (Cyfranogwr) - Assocation of National Teaching Fellows GenAI Innovation Project Conference
Developing Counselling Skills through AI Client Simulation.
10 Awst 2024
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd Academaidd (Siaradwr) - ALDCON24
I’m a chatbot, ask me anything: using ChatGPT to improve learning experiences
12 Gorff 2024
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd Academaidd (Siaradwr) - ALDCON24
I’m a chatbot, ask me anything: building Learning Development for the future
11 Gorff 2024
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd Academaidd (Siaradwr) - SEDA Spring Conference 2024
Plenary Panel, Generative AI and Educational Development: opportunity, challenge, or potential disaster
21 Mai 2024
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd Academaidd (Siaradwr) - University of East London Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Gave a talk "I'm a Chatbot, Ask Me Anything: Designing Interactive Learning Experiences with AI Tools "
18 Ion 2024
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd Academaidd (Siaradwr)
2021
- European Conference on Visual Perception
Sequential dependencies in the perception of 3D shape-from-shading are driven by age-sensitive heuristics
27 Awst 2021
Gweithgaredd: Cymryd rhan mewn cynhadledd Academaidd (Siaradwr)