Magda Smith
ILSC Sydney
Australia
Magda Smith is an English teacher working for ILSC Sydney. She has previously worked in Poland and the UK teaching adults and young learners. She holds a Master of Applied Linguistics and TESOL from Macquarie University, along with several English teaching qualifications. Her interests include gamification and using media and movies as classroom tools. As a practitioner-researcher, she focuses on exploring innovative strategies for improving language learning experiences.
Supporting Effective Pedagogical Practice in the Era of AI: Maintaining Teacher Integrity and Relevance
27/07/2025 02:00 UTC
This presentation explores the evolving role of educators in an AI-driven world. As AI becomes increasingly embedded in teaching and learning, educators must redefine their roles while staying relevant. This session will examine how teachers can uphold their professional integrity by embracing AI as a tool. By considering the unique strengths that educators bring—such as critical thinking, empathy, and contextual judgment - this presentation invites practitioners and researchers to engage in dialogue about reshaping the role of the teacher in a world with AI in it.
Key takeaways:
AI and the way it is reshaping teaching roles
Professional integrity as an essential part of modern teaching
Cogito ergo sum