#25 Human Agency Over Technology Podcast

In the latest edition of the TeachNet podcast, Dr. Michael Hallissy is joined by Martina Di Ridolfo from the European Trade Union Committee for Education (ETUCE) and Jasper Holm from the National Union of Upper Secondary School Teachers (GL) in Denmark, to to discuss the implications of AI, particularly generative AI, in education. The conversation explores the role of teacher unions in advocating for policies that address both the challenges and opportunities presented by AI

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Nov 27 2025

#25 Human Agency Over Technology: Navigating AI in Schools Podcast

By Pat Brennan

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Nov 20 2025

Me… the Google NotebookLM newbie

By John Heffernan

With so many AI tools for educators appearing on an almost daily basis, it is easy to miss out on some of the heavy hitters. Google NotebookLM has added new features to its free option. This blogpost will serve as a quick intro to this tool based on my own experience. The basic functionality of

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Nov 10 2025

The Days of ‘Just Google It’ Are Over: Why We Must Teach Students to Dig for Truth

By Patrick Hickey

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve said it over the years. A student asks me something towards the end of class, I don’t know the answer off the top of my head, and I respond: “Google it and find out the answer for me.” It’s been the default response for years. A simple

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Nov 6 2025

How I Use Copilot and Gamma AI to Create PowerPoints

By Lydia Burke

With so many AI tools to choose from, I am slowly trying out different ones to create resources for my lessons! I have recently been trying out Gamma AI to create power points for my lessons. I have been using Co-pilot to help with the content and then Gamma AI creates the power point! I

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Nov 3 2025

#24 Deep Learning in the Age of AI Podcast

By TeachNet Admin

In the latest edition of the TeachNet podcast, Michael Hallissy is joined by Jared Browne. Group Head of Privacy & AI Governance at Fexco, Killorglin, Co. Kerry. They explore the intersection of AI and education, discussing the philosophical implications of AI, its benefits and challenges in learning, and the evolving role of teachers in the

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Oct 31 2025

#24 Deep Learning in the Age of AI Podcast

By Pat Brennan

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Screenshot of Microsoft 365 Copilot’s Teach module showing teaching tools such as Modify existing content, Curriculum planning, Homework & assessments, Study aids, Quiz, Rubric, and a note about more content types coming soon

Oct 20 2025

Copilot’s Teach – Your New Classroom Assistant

By Pat Brennan

The new Teach section in Microsoft 365 Copilot and Teams EDU isn’t just another shiny GenAI tool, it’s a practical, dedicated teacher space packed with powerful features for creating classroom materials like lesson plans, rubrics, and study aids, all in one place. Teach brings a growing toolkit of AI-powered features that let you And the

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Oct 1 2025

When Teachers Lead Because Government Won’t: ISTA’s AI Guidance

By Patrick Hickey

I ask the same question at the start of nearly every AI teachier training session I facilitate: “How many of you are using AI regularly in your teaching practice?” The response is nearly always the same: teachers looking around the room, waiting for someone else to raise their hand first. Maybe two or three hands

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Sep 11 2025

Canva AI – code interactive activities for your students!

By Lydia Burke

As a secondary school teacher, I’m always looking for ways to make maths more engaging—and less intimidating—for my students. Artificial Intelligence can transform teaching and learning for the better – we just need to use it in the right way! Recently, I’ve started using Canva AI in my lessons, and it’s been a brilliant addition

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