#14 Educators, Technologists and the AI Classroom: The Story Behind MA AITEL | Unfiltered by EmpowerED

This episode takes you inside the design and philosophy of the MA in Artificial Intelligence and Technology-Enhanced Learning (AITEL) — a bold new programme helping teachers and technologists co-create the future of learning. We discuss how students develop their own “classrooms of the future,” use AI tools critically, and engage with themes like social justice and digital literacy. You’ll hear practical examples, reflections on pedagogical change, and how higher education can remain deeply human — even in a world shaped by automation.   Podcast Chapters: 02:15 – Zoe’s Journey into Education & Technology 06:52 – Why the MA in AI & Technology Enhanced Learning Was Created 09:13 – Closing the Gap Between Research & Classroom Practice 13:45 – Letting Students Use AI to Write Their Essays 19:00 – Designing Curriculum for the Classroom of the Future 25:56 – Peer Collaboration Between Educators & Technologists 33:22 – Ethics, AI Literacy & Data Protection 46:25 – Zoe’s Vision for Education in the Age of AI   Resources Mentioned:  Program Details Postgraduate Taught Programmes York's Department of Education Zoe's Personal Web page Zoe's Lab Page   Zoe's Contact Details: Linkedin   For more updates, follow EmpowerED:  Website: empoweredwebinars.com X (Twitter): @MpowerEDWebinar LinkedIn: EmpowerED Webinars Email: [email protected]