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Webinar: AI skills for educators - What we can and shouldn’t do with AI in classrooms

Explore practical and ethical approaches to using AI in education, from reducing teacher workload to developing critical thinking in classrooms.
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    • Date
      Wednesday, 10 June 2026 (17:00 - 18:00) (Dubai)
    • Format
      Online

    Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the educational landscape, creating new opportunities as well as important questions for educators at every stage of their careers. From lesson planning and assessment to classroom engagement and student learning, teachers are increasingly exploring how AI can be used effectively, responsibly, and ethically within education.

    Join us for a practical and example-led webinar exploring what educators can and should not do with AI in classrooms. This session will examine how AI can support teachers in their day-to-day practice whilst also helping pupils develop the critical thinking and digital literacy skills needed to engage thoughtfully and safely with emerging technologies.

    Designed for trainee teachers, experienced educators, school leaders, and professionals working in education, the webinar will provide realistic classroom-focused perspectives on integrating AI into teaching and learning without losing the human elements that remain central to effective education.

    Throughout the session, you will explore practical examples of how AI can help reduce teacher workload, support lesson preparation, and enhance classroom activities, alongside important discussions around academic integrity, bias, safeguarding, and professional judgement.

    What you will learn

    • Practical ways AI can support lesson planning, resource creation, differentiation, and feedback
    • How to design AI-supported activities that encourage enquiry, reasoning, and critical thinking
    • Approaches to helping pupils evaluate AI-generated content critically and responsibly
    • Ethical considerations surrounding AI use in education, including privacy, bias, and academic integrity
    • Why professional judgement, relationships, and human interaction remain essential in teaching

    Who should attend?

    • Teachers and educators
    • Trainee teachers and education students
    • School leaders and academic coordinators
    • Professionals interested in AI in education
    • Individuals considering postgraduate study in education

    Why join this webinar?

    • Gain practical classroom-focused insights into AI in education
    • Explore both the opportunities and limitations of AI tools
    • Learn how educators are responding to emerging challenges and trends
    • Ask questions during a live Q&A session
    • Discover more about education programmes at the University of Birmingham Dubai

    About the School of Education

    The School of Education at the University of Birmingham Dubai is committed to developing reflective, research-informed educators and leaders who can respond to the evolving needs of schools and learners globally. Through programmes that combine academic theory with professional practice, the School supports educators in developing the knowledge, skills, and critical perspectives needed to lead meaningful impact within education.

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