With more than a decade of experience across industry and higher education, Siamak Mirzaei brings practical and academic expertise in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, cloud computing and emerging digital technologies. His work combines industry-informed practice with a strong interest in technology-enhanced education and the application of contemporary technologies to learning and teaching.
Siamak is currently an Online Course Facilitator (OCF) for the Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Data Analytics programs at Adelaide University Online. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Software Engineering, a Master of Information Technology, a Graduate Diploma in Research Methods, and a PhD in Educational Technology. He is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and was recognised as a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) in 2026, reflecting his leadership and influence in learning and teaching.
His research interests include artificial intelligence in education, educational technology, learning analytics, human-computer interaction, online learning, personalised learning and assessment, cloud and distributed computing, and digital transformation. His recent work has particularly focused on Generative AI in higher education, authentic and industry-integrated assessment, feedback and student engagement, responsible AI adoption, and AI-enabled learning and teaching. He has also contributed to institutional initiatives in digital learning, including Chatmate, and has led and supported professional learning activities aimed at strengthening teaching practice and technology adoption across disciplines.