Beyond the algorithm: Developing a culturally responsive and ethically sound AI policy in schools

RYAN GREEN, DIRECTOR, EMERALDS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, PORT SAID, EGYPT Recent research provides useful frameworks for evaluating the risks and responsibilities involved in adopting AI (artificial intelligence) in schools. Floridi and Cowls (2019) offer principles such as fairness, accountability, and explainability; relevant when assessing tools that automate grading or flag student behaviour. Chelladurai and Bhatia (2023) […]

Involving parents and carers in AI use

JOE ARDAY FCCT, COMPUTER SCIENCE TEACHER, BRENTWOOD COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (PART OF THE OSBORNE CO-OPERATIVE ACADEMY TRUST), UK As an educator, I know that students adapt very quickly to the latest technology and AI has been no exception to this. For many young people, artificial intelligence (AI) is considered to be the best thing since […]

A school-wide strategy which helps students to use AI without hindering their ability to think for themselves

JONATHAN MARSHALL, ASSISTANT HEAD ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT, ST ALBANS HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (STAHS), UK Introduction This article explores how an independent secondary school in Hertfordshire with 798 students drew up an artificial intelligence (AI) policy and strategy which balances caution with opportunities for students to learn to use the technology wisely. Specifically, our aims are […]

A discussion of upcoming challenges facing schools relating to AI

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BEN SCOTT, SCIENCE TEACHER AND DIGITAL LEADER, ST ALBANS SCHOOL, UK Introduction This May, digital leaders across 10 independent schools in the southeast of England met for a day of collaboration to share examples of good practice and initiatives they are embracing within their institutions. Before attending, guests were asked ‘What upcoming challenges are your […]

AI in schools: Leadership and strategy

Speakers Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher Matthew Wemyss, Assistant School Director, Cambridge School of Bucharest   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]

AI in schools: Reducing workload

Speakers Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher Joe Arday, Computer Science Teacher, Brentwood County High School   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]

AI in schools: What students need to know

Speakers Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher Joe Arday, Computer Science Teacher, Brentwood County High School   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]

AI in schools: Training staff

Speakers Matthew Wemyss, Assistant School Director, Cambridge School of Bucharest Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]

AI in schools: Teaching and learning

Speakers Joe Arday, Computer Science Teacher, Brentwood County High School Matthew Wemyss, Assistant School Director, Cambridge School of Bucharest Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or […]

AI in schools: Ethics, data and safeguarding

Speakers Matthew Wemyss, Assistant School Director, Cambridge School of Bucharest Aaron Patching, Digital Lead and Design Teacher   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered […]

AI in special schools: Inclusion and accessibility

Speaker Peter Reeves, Head of Digital Education Training and IT, Abingdon House School   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the Chartered College of Teaching and […]

AI in primary schools: In conversation with the Leo Academy Trust

 Speakers Matthew Clements, Class Teacher, LEO Academy Trust Cheryl Shirley, Director of Digital Learning, LEO Academy Trust   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department for Education or the […]

AI in further education: What students need to know

Speakers Rob Wraith, Head of Learning Technology and Digital Learning, NCG Scott Hayden, Head of Teaching, Learning and Digital, Basingstoke College of Technology Chris Loveday, Vice Principal, Barton Peveril Sixth Form College   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or […]

AI in further education: Inclusion and accessibility

Speakers Chris Loveday, Vice Principal, Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Scott Hayden, Head of Teaching, Learning and Digital, Basingstoke College of Technology   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department […]

AI in further education: Teaching and learning

Speakers Scott Hayden, Head of Teaching, Learning and Digital, Basingstoke College of Technology Chris Loveday, Vice Principal, Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Rob Wraith, Head of Learning Technology and Digital Learning, NCG   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or […]

AI in further education: Strategy and leadership

Speakers Scott Hayden, Head of Teaching, Learning and Digital, Basingstoke College of Technology Chris Loveday, Vice Principal, Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Rob Wraith, Head of Learning Technology and Digital Learning, NCG   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or […]

AI in further education: Approaches to staff training

Speakers Scott Hayden, Head of Teaching, Learning and Digital, Basingstoke College of Technology Chris Loveday, Vice Principal, Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Rob Wraith, Head of Learning Technology and Digital Learning, NCG   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or […]

AI in further education: Ethics, data and safeguarding

Speakers Scott Hayden, Head of Teaching, Learning and Digital, Basingstoke College of Technology Chris Loveday, Vice Principal, Barton Peveril Sixth Form College   The examples of AI use and specific tools in this article/case study are for context only. They do not imply endorsement or recommendation of any particular tool or approach by the Department […]