I was a teacher and a researcher, and for over 20 years I have worked in education and technology. I created AI goes to school to help schools, teachers and students adopt Artificial Intelligence in a responsible, critical and ethical way.

My path crosses three worlds. I taught Visual and Technological Education in middle school, worked as a researcher in education and educational technology and, later, led training and professional development in IT companies. Classroom, research and technology: I had to go through all three to understand what is missing when we talk about AI in education.

AI goes to school was born from experience and from the conviction that AI is a technology that transforms societies, and therefore schools, but that it is in the relationship between teachers and students that learning and empowerment happen. It is essential to support teachers and students in understanding AI, its limits and possibilities, and above all in imagining and preparing for their active role in shaping the future with AI as informed, engaged citizens.

Background

• 20+ years of experience in Education and Technology

• PhD in Multimedia in Education

• Master’s in Education and Child Studies

• Certified trainer (CCPFC, Portugal’s teacher training accreditation body)

• Researcher in Education and Technology, AI in Education

Since 2024, 200+ educators from 40 institutions have taken part in more than 70 hours of my workshops. I’ve also given over 30 talks, interviews and event appearances, including European Schoolnet, HundrED, Education Summit, the Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences of the University of Porto, Agrupamento de Escolas de Miranda do Corvo, the Municipality of Chaves and UC Exploratório.

Cláudia has been teaching in primary school for over 20 years. Her work on computational thinking with her students led her to write her master’s dissertation on AI educational practices in primary education. She loves collaborating and creating with other teachers and getting involved in all kinds of initiatives, and has created and taken part in educational projects that have received numerous awards and distinctions. One of them, “EcoKids Teach AI”, was selected for the Portuguese delegation to the international Science on Stage festival in Turku in August 2024. She is currently a PhD candidate in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in Education.

Bárbara has been teaching Computer Science and Electronics for almost 25 years, in vocational and higher education. She has an endless curiosity and a real joy in the challenge of getting to know each student and offering them engaging, personalised learning experiences. She holds a master’s degree in Digital Games Development, a specialisation in Multimedia Communication and a postgraduate degree in Robotics and Emerging Technologies in Primary Education. She is currently completing her PhD in Multimedia in Education.

Ana has been teaching Computer Science for over 20 years. Education wasn’t her original field, but she started teaching while waiting for a job, and the passion was immediate, inspired by memories of the dedicated teachers who always made her feel happy at school. She has kept investing in her own learning, with two degrees, one in Computer Science and one in Education, and a master’s in Educational Technologies. Her interests include computer science, robotics and emerging technologies. For her, sharing with fellow teachers is essential to keep enjoying school and learning, so she can keep on teaching.