AI and EdTech Links
Artifical intelligence, educational technology, digital tools, classroom applications and emerging practice
A curated section of research, guidance, commentary and practical resources exploring the use of AI and educational technology in teaching and learning.
Websites and Articles
Department for Education — Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education
Official guidance for schools, colleges and education professionals on the opportunities, limitations and responsibilities associated with generative AI. It covers safe and effective use, data protection, safeguarding, intellectual property, formal assessment and the importance of professional judgement when using AI-generated content. The guidance emphasises that AI can support teacher workload and educational practice, but cannot replace teachers’ subject expertise and professional decision-making.
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https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/generative-artificial-intelligence-in-education/generative-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-education
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Department for Education / Chartered College of Teaching — Using AI in Education Settings: Support Materials
Free professional development materials developed by Chiltern Learning Trust and the Chartered College of Teaching for the Department for Education. The training supports school and college staff to understand, use and evaluate generative AI safely and effectively, with modules covering AI fundamentals, interaction with generative AI, safety and practical use cases.
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https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/using-ai-in-education-settings-support-materials
Chartered College of Teaching — Safe and Effective Use of AI in Education
A collection of professional learning materials, case studies and research exploring how AI can be used safely, effectively and ethically across education. Teachers completing the associated DfE training can also undertake a certified Chartered College assessment, with eligible participants receiving credits towards Chartered Status.
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https://chartered.college/safe-and-effective-use-of-ai-in-education/
Chartered College of Teaching — Impact: Safe and Effective Use of AI in Education
A special issue of Impact exploring AI across education, including its potential to support teachers and learners, whole-school approaches, professional development, the changing role of the teacher and implications for the future of education.
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https://my.chartered.college/impact/2025-special-issue-safe-and-effective-use-of-ai-in-education/
Geographical Association — Using Technology in Geography Teaching
A wider GA resource exploring the use of digital technology within geography education. Its AI section considers current thinking about generative AI, classroom applications and the limitations teachers need to recognise when evaluating AI-generated geographical content.