Rate My Professor Martin Cooper

Dr. Martin Cooper is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education within the Faculty of Humanities at Curtin University, Perth, Australia. He also serves as the Academic Lead for Graduate Readiness in the Office of the Provost. His research focuses on learning technologies, with particular emphasis on digital assessment practices, the integration of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in teaching and assessment at both tertiary and secondary levels, and data analytics to enhance inclusivity in higher education institutions. Cooper has contributed to various studies examining the impact of educational technologies, including student perceptions of online interactive lectures compared to traditional formats, the role of ICT ownership and preferences in electronically delivered learning resources, and computer-based oral exams in language studies. He has co-authored work on emerging technologies for the classroom and the effects of COVID-19-related changes to tuition modes on face-to-face interactions. Additionally, his involvement extends to projects on social anxiety in digital learning environments, the student relationship engagement system, and demystifying GenAI tools from international students' perspectives. Cooper is recognized as co-convenor for STEM Education and participates in the Creative Research Hub, contributing perspectives on arts, virtual reality, and creativity science.

Key publications by Dr. Cooper include 'A dialogic approach to transform teaching, learning & assessment with generative AI in secondary education: A proof of concept' (2024), 'Students' perceived impact of GenAI tools on learning and assessment: a multi-national study' (2025), 'Social anxiety in digital learning environments: an international perspective and call to action' (2023), 'The student relationship engagement system: From monitoring to learning' (2025), 'Demystifying the Power of Generative Artificial Intelligence Tools in Higher Education: International Students' Perspectives' (2024), 'How have Covid-19-related changes to tuition modes impacted face-to-face interactions?' (2021), 'Student perceptions of online interactive versus traditional lectures: Or how I managed not to fall asleep with my eyes open' (year not specified), 'Examining Student ICT Ownership, Use and Preferences towards Electronically Delivered Learning Resources in Nakhon Phanom University and Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University' (year not specified), and 'Computer-based oral exams in Italian language studies' (year not specified). His work appears in journals such as International Journal of Smart Technology and Learning, International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education, and Issues in Educational Research. Cooper collaborates internationally on topics advancing pedagogical innovation through technology.