Computing, AI and Digital Literacy

AI in Education: Navigating the Risks of AI in Schools

The course, ‘AI in Education: Navigating the Risks of AI in Schools’, offers a comprehensive exploration of the potential risks associated with integrating AI into educational environments. It is designed to provide educators with the knowledge and practical strategies needed to proactively mitigate challenges associated with AI in their school settings. It goes beyond simply acknowledging risks, offering actionable steps and best practices to ensure AI implementation is both responsible and beneficial for students and staff.
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Megan Wilson, Simon Bond & Jonathan Park

2 hours

Online Course

By completing this course, you will:

analyse the various risks associated with AI implementation in educational settings;
identify potential challenges and negative impacts of AI use in schools;
develop robust strategies and practical approaches for effectively mitigating identified AI risks within schools;
promote a proactive culture of responsible AI governance and ethical decision-making among school staff;
ensure the safe, secure and beneficial integration of AI technologies to support learning and teaching.

Written by: Megan Wilson 

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Megan is a Content Writer and Editor on the CPD team at Twinkl. She is an experienced former classroom teacher and subject leader. She holds a First Class Honours Undergraduate Degree in Primary Education (5-11) with QTS and a National Professional Qualification for Middle Leadership (NPQML). During her time as a classroom teacher, Megan led the development of multiple curriculum areas, serving as subject lead for computing, online safety, maths and science.

In collaboration with: Simon Bond

Simon Bond is an education leader with over a decade of experience in mathematics teaching, curriculum design and educational technology. He specialises in helping schools harness high-quality pedagogy and AI to reduce teacher workload, personalise learning and improve outcomes for pupils.

In collaboration with: Jonathan Park

Jon, Twinkl’s AI Lead and member of the EdTech Panel for AI in Education, combines UK and international teaching experience with expertise in AI-powered tools. Since 2023, he has championed practical, time-saving innovations to support teachers and enhance learning.