Professor Maureen Tanner is the Head of Department for Information Systems at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Prof Tanner’s research agenda explores Software Development (SD) from various perspectives. Similar to a “value-chain”, the perspectives help to understand the software development discipline better and are linked with each other. The various perspectives focus on project management, software engineering issues, team collaboration and management, Software Development context, end-user perspectives, the impact of software solutions on people and society, as well as how to disseminate Software Development-related knowledge. Her research contributions are highly relevant to both practitioners and academia. Through in-depth case studies, she has acquired knowledge of the latest software development techniques that practitioners employ and strive to inculcate this knowledge to postgraduate students. These essential components of her Software Development research “value-chain”, contribute to the ultimate aim of delivering quality software that makes a valuable impact on people, business and society.

Title of Speech: The Domestication of ChatGPT by University Students
Recent technological advancements have brought about significant disruptions in various aspects of society, including the field of education. Among these advancements, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made remarkable strides, leading to the development of OpenAi’s ChatGPT. With its extraordinary capabilities, ChatGPT has gained widespread attention on social media platforms and news outlets worldwide. This generative AI tool has also found its way into educational settings, where students have embraced and domesticated its usage. However, the incorporation of ChatGPT in education remains a subject of controversy. While some view it as a potential facilitator of teaching and learning, others express concerns that it might lead to students becoming overly reliant on AI tools, hampering their analytical skills and overall engagement. Nevertheless, the undeniable potential of ChatGPT to enhance students' learning experiences and improve educational outcomes cannot be overlooked. As university students adopt to this technological advancement, exploring the implications of ChatGPT's domestication within the educational environment becomes imperative. In light of this, this talk offers insights into how technological innovations, such as ChatGPT, are domesticated by university students, with a specific focus on the commodification phase, the appropriation phase, and the conversion phase. Insights are provided on how students engage with and integrate ChatGPT into their educational activities, highlighting the opportunities, challenges, and outcomes associated with its domestication.