The Academic Research and Professional Practice in Interaction Design (ARPPID - https://arppid2025.org/) working conference is a new forum to explore the existing and possible connections between academic research and industrial practices in interaction design.

This first ARPPID appointment aims at providing a platform for theoretical interaction design to meet practical applications, boosting the exchange of ideas and experiences between scholars and professionals.

• Terms and conditions: No refunds will be given for delegates who have registered and have an accepted paper or two weeks before the start of the conference.

This 5-day programme will provide academic leaders with a comprehensive understanding of the applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education. Through interactive sessions, expert-led discussions, hands-on exercises, and experiential learning activities, participants will explore the transformative potential of AI in enhancing teaching methodologies, research approaches, and student learning outcomes. Special focus will be placed on the impact of AI on neurodiverse learners and students with learning disabilities.