AI Literacy for Teaching Staff: From Understanding to Safe & Effective Practice Autumn 25

New to AI? Discover how to harness the power of artificial intelligence in the classroom – safely, ethically, and effectively – with this hands-on course for educators

An expert from AI in Education will be facilitating this programme. Specifically for beginners. Hands-on session

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming part of our digital world, impacting both teaching and learning. This course is designed specifically for teaching or support staff who are new to AI or just beginning to explore its potential in education. We’ll move beyond simply using AI tools and delve into understanding the fundamentals of how AI works, including its capabilities and limitations.

You will learn practical strategies for communicating effectively with AI to achieve desired outcomes and complete tasks efficiently. We’ll explore the diverse landscape of AI tools available – from text generators to image creators and beyond – focusing on how to select the right tools and even combine them to meet specific pedagogical needs and support bespoke task completion.

Crucially, this course emphasises safe, secure, and ethical AI integration. We will examine current guidance and best practices to ensure you can confidently use AI while protecting student data, promoting academic integrity, and addressing potential biases.