The Dawn of Post-Smartphone Era

The Dawn of Post-Smartphone Era Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © April 2025 This BLOG explores the evolving landscape of augmented reality (AR) wearables and artificial intelligence (AI) governance in education. Informed by Mark Zuckerberg’s announcement of a post-smartphone future and Meta’s efforts to develop sophisticated smart glasses (Foster, 2025), the BLOG examines how emerging technologies […]

Ethical Considerations in the Metaverse for STEAM Education

Ethical Considerations in the Metaverse for STEAM Education Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © April 2025 BLOG 11critically examines the ethical dimensions of the MetAIverse in STEM education, offering an in-depth analysis of data privacy, cybersecurity, responsible digital conduct, inclusivity, and psychological implications. The discussion is informed by international frameworks such as UNESCO’s AI and Education: […]

AI Singularity and Education

AI Singularity and Education Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © March 2025 In 2025, the looming spectre of Artificial Intelligence Singularity (ASI) is no longer confined to speculative fiction—it stands poised to irreversibly disrupt the foundational structures of education. Agentic AI systems, capable of autonomous reasoning and decision-making, rapidly redefine how we perceive teaching, learning, and […]

Safeguarding student data in AI-driven education

Safeguarding student data in AI-driven education Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © February 2025 Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the global educational landscape, prompting concerns about the protection of student data, privacy, and security. With the emergence of advanced AI systems, including Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Artificial Superintelligence (ASI), the need for robust safeguards […]

The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Education and EdTech: Ethical Challenges, Teacher-Student AI Competences, and the Psychological Dynamics of Human-AI Collaboration in the Workplace

The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Education and EdTech: Ethical Challenges, Teacher-Student AI Competences, and the Psychological Dynamics of Human-AI Collaboration in the Workplace  Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © January 2025 The rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into education and EdTech offers immense potential to transform teaching and learning practices. However, this integration raises […]

Agentic AI Singularity and EdTech Skills. Transforming Education for the Future and Counter arguments

Agentic AI Singularity and EdTech Skills: Transforming Education for the Future and Counter Arguments  Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © January 2025 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming a cornerstone of educational transformation, enabling unprecedented advancements in personalised learning, administrative efficiency, and teacher professional development. With the emergence of Agentic AI—AI systems that not only react […]

AI Singularity, Agentic EdTech, and the Future of Education: Analysis, Arguments, and Counterarguments

AI Singularity, Agentic EdTech, and the Future of Education: Analysis, Arguments, and Counterarguments  Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © December 2024 As we venture into a new era, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming education at an unprecedented pace. This shift is fueled by Agentic AI, a form of AI that is capable of reasoning, adapting, and […]

AI Singularity and Differently-Abled Students: Transforming Education to Ensure Equity of Opportunity in the Age of Intelligent Machines

AI Singularity and Differently-Abled Students: Transforming Education to Ensure Equity of Opportunity in the Age of Intelligent Machines  Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © November 2024 AI Singularity, the theoretical point where artificial intelligence (AI) surpasses human cognitive capabilities, poses unprecedented opportunities and challenges for education. BLOG 6 explores its potential to disrupt traditional models and […]

The Transformative Role of AI in Parental Engagement and Education: A Singularity Perspective

The Transformative Role of AI in Parental Engagement and Education: A Singularity Perspective  Dr. Daithí Ó Murchú © November 2024 BLOG 5 explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on parental engagement in education, integrating insights from existing studies and emerging singularity-driven technological paradigms.  Click here to download it.