AI in Education: Conversations That Shape Tomorrow

From decoding languages to decoding the future of education: Laura Knight takes us on her fascinating journey from a linguist to a computer science teacher, then Director of Digital Learning, and now a consultant specialising in digital strategy in education. With two decades of classroom wisdom under her belt, Laura has witnessed firsthand how AI is reshaping education and she’s here to help make sense of it all.

Richard Culatta, former Government advisor, speaks about flying planes as an analogy to explain the perils of taking a haphazard approach to AI in education. Using aviation as an illustration, he highlights the most critical tech skills that teachers need today. The CEO of ISTE and ASCD draws a clear parallel: just as planes don't fly by magic, educators must deeply understand AI's capabilities and limitations.

Professor Anselmo Reyes, an international arbitrator and legal expert, discusses the potential of AI in making legal services more accessible to underserved communities. He notes that while AI works well for standardised legal matters, it faces limitations in areas requiring emotional intelligence or complex human judgment. Prof Reyes advocates for teaching law students to use AI critically as an assistive tool, emphasising that human oversight remains essential in legal decision making.

Healthcare and technology leader Esen Tümer discusses how AI and emerging trends in technology are transforming medical settings and doctor-patient interactions. She encourages teachers not to shy away from technology, but rather understand how it’s reshaping society and prepare their students for this tech-enabled future.

A forward-thinking educational trust shows what's possible when AI meets strategic implementation. From personalised learning platforms to innovative administrative solutions, Julie Carson, Director of Education at Woodland Academy Trust, reveals how they're enhancing teaching and learning across five primary schools through technology and AI to serve both classroom and operational needs.

In this conversation, Joseph Lin, an education technology consultant, discusses how some Hong Kong schools are exploring artificial intelligence and their implementation challenges. He emphasises the importance of data ownership, responsible use of AI, and the need for schools to adapt slowly to these technologies. Joseph also shares some successful AI implementation cases and how some of the AI tools may enhance creative learning experiences.

In our latest episode, we speak with Sarah Brook, Founder and CEO of the Sparkle Foundation, currently supporting 20,000 lives in Malawi. Sarah shares how education is evolving in Malawi and the role of AI plays to young people and international NGOs. She also provides a candid look at the challenges facing the charity sector, drawing from her daily work at Sparkle.

Join Rohan Light, Principal Analyst of Data Governance at Health New Zealand, as he discusses the critical need for accountability, transparency, and clear explanations of system behaviour. Discover the the government's role in regulation, and the crucial importance of strong data privacy practices.

With the rapid pace of technological change, Yom Fox, the high school principal at Georgetown Day School shares her insights on the importance of creating collaborative spaces where students and faculty learn together and teaching digital citizenship.