Supporting Academic Teaching with Integrating AI in Learning Management Systems: Introducing a Toolchain for Students and Lecturers

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming educational technology by enhancing both teaching and learning processes. This paper examines the “LearnStreamAI” project at Technikum Wien, which integrates an AI-driven chatbot within the Moodle LMS to support real-time student interactions. Utilizing advanced AI technologies like OpenAI’s ChatGPT-4, Google Gemini, and Anthropic Claude3, the chatbot adapts to individual students’ knowledge levels, provides tailored feedback, and enhances engagement through interactive elements in quizzes. Multilingual subtitles using OpenAI’s Whisper technology further improve accessibility for diverse student bodies. In parallel, a toolchain has been developed that automates the creation of academic materials using a PowerShell script and the OpenAI API, based on an easily maintainable Excel input file. This includes generating PowerPoint slides, Moodlecompatible questions, and detailed topic descriptions, all exported into Moodle XML format. The approach ensures accessibility and ease of use for lecturers across various disciplines. The results indicate significant time savings and improved consistency in material preparation. Feedback from pilot studies shows that the AI-generated content is clear, relevant, and well-aligned with academic goals. The system also aids lecturers in quickly acquiring new knowledge by explaining, translating, and summarizing literature. This paper discusses the design, implementation, benefits, and potential improvements of this AI-driven tool, highlighting its role in modern academic teaching and the associated challenges and ethical considerations.