Oxford's AIEOU Hub Inaugural Conference Unites Global Voices for Equitable, Human-Centred AI in Education

Global experts convene at Oxford to advance equitable, human-centred AI in education

Last week, the AI in Education at Oxford University (AIEOU) Hub hosted its inaugural conference, gathering researchers, educators, policymakers, and innovators from around the world. The focus was clear: use AI to improve learning while keeping equity, inclusion, and human values at the centre.

"The AIEOU Hub is a collaboration between stakeholders from across the world, who have a passion for exploring AI in Education. We've brought together these diverse stakeholders with a shared mission, to critically and constructively shape the future of education for all learners.

At a time when AI is challenging all that we do and know about teaching and learning, I am proud that Oxford is creating the space for conversations such as these to take place. Thank you to all the contributors who made this two-day conference so special."

What educators need to know

• More than 100 collaborators presented across two days, covering ethical frameworks, human agency, inclusivity, and practical use cases from early childhood through higher education.
• Keynotes addressed AI and language learning, and the legal regulation of AI in education-critical for curriculum, assessment, and policy decisions.
• The Hub launched in 2024 and now includes 2,000+ collaborators from 100+ countries, signalling broad momentum and shared priorities.

Key voices and focus areas

• Professor Liz Wonnacott: AI and language learning-implications for pedagogy and assessment.
• Professor Rebecca Williams: Legal regulation of AI in education-what accountability, consent, and fairness look like in practice.
• Professor Anne Trefethen (Pro Vice-Chancellor for People and Digital) and Sarah Ultsch (Product Strategy Director, Oxford University Press): Strategic perspectives on AI adoption in institutions and learning resources.

Practical takeaways for your institution

• Start small, measure impact: Pilot AI tools for feedback, tutoring, or workflow support. Define success metrics (learning outcomes, time saved, access improvements) before scaling.
• Protect learners: Establish clear data policies, consent protocols, and opt-out paths. Prioritise accessibility and bias checks for all AI-supported activities.
• Keep humans in control: Require human review for high-stakes decisions. Train staff and students on responsible use and academic integrity with AI.
• Align with policy: Map your AI use against legal and safeguarding requirements. Update your academic integrity policy to reflect AI-assisted work.

For policy context, you may find these resources useful:
UK Department for Education: Generative AI in Education
UNICEF: Policy Guidance on AI for Children

The AIEOU Hub, at a glance

• 2,000+ collaborators from 100+ countries since 2024
• 100+ presenters across two days
• Focus on equity, inclusion, human agency, and real classroom/application examples

What's next

The AIEOU Hub continues to grow-turning research into concrete impact for learners, educators, and institutions. Expect ongoing cross-disciplinary work that connects ethics, pedagogy, law, and technology with practical implementation.

Get involved

To learn more about the project and future events, visit the AIEOU website.

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