Critical Thinking in a Digital World: Supporting Student Well-Being in the Age of AI

• September 3, 2025
• Andrew

Training Provider

Dr Omar Seguna

Target Group / Theme

Enhance the Digital Skills of Teachers, Educators & Trainers

Course dates

15th September 2025 from 18:00–20:00

19th September 2025 from 18:00–20:00

Sessions

2

Course Description:

This course explores the increasing integration of artificial intelligence in education, where both students and educators interact with AI-powered tools. While these technologies offer opportunities to enhance teaching and learning, they also raise serious concerns around digital well-being, data privacy, and ethical use.

In line with the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act, the course aims to strengthen educators’ understanding of the ethical and legal responsibilities associated with AI use in schools. It equips participants with practical strategies to uphold student privacy, comply with data protection regulations, and critically assess the impact of AI on learners’ emotional and cognitive development.

Rather than promoting AI tools uncritically, the course encourages reflective and responsible use, highlighting risks such as algorithmic bias, over-reliance on automation, and emotional disengagement. Participants will examine how AI assistants and generative agents, such as GPT-4o and other multimodal tools, can subtly influence learning environments, and how to mitigate these effects to safeguard student well-being.

Through hands-on activities and collaborative reflection, educators will explore how to create inclusive, safe, and supportive digital classrooms. They will also be empowered to advocate for ethical practices and contribute to a culture of responsible AI use in education.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Session 1: Understanding AI in Education and Its Ethical Implications

Identify key applications of AI in teaching, learning, and accessibility
Interpret legal frameworks including the EU AI Act and GDPR in educational contexts
Evaluate ethical concerns such as bias, transparency, and accountability
Recognise risks to digital well-being including screen fatigue, over-reliance on automation, and emotional disengagement
Explore emerging AI tools and apply principles of prompt engineering

Session 2: Practical Integration and Creative Expression

Investigate a range of AI tools including Microsoft Copilot, Adobe Express, Canva, Suno, Quizziz, Gamma.app, Floor Robots, and Teams Learning Accelerators
Collaborate in group-based activities to apply tools with a focus on student well-being
Create final projects and share reflections using Padlet or similar platforms
Advocate for ethical and well-being-centred AI practices in educational settings

Delivery Method

Online Session

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