On June 11th, at 4 p.m., a session of ISEP Webinars will take place, organized by Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto (ISEP).
This seminar will feature Natalia Budinski, who will explore the theme “Education in the Age of AI: Challenges, Ethics, and Opportunities”.
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Abstract
In this webinar, we will explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the educational landscape and what it means for both educators and students. As we rethink traditional teaching models, AI emerges not just as a tool, but as a transformational force that can support personalized learning, foster innovation, and enhance student engagement.
We will begin by unpacking the current and emerging applications of AI in the classroom, from intelligent tutoring systems and automated feedback to idea generation and project planning. Special focus will be placed on ethical concerns and what are the risks related to AI. A highlight of the session will be a practical example how we included AI in school project where students were challenged to develop business ideas with the support of AI tools.
In this webinar, we will explore the transformative potential of integrating entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, and digital inclusion into education through the example of the school project. The project was designed for students aged 15 to 18, and this initiative equips young people with future-ready skills by engaging them in real-world problem-solving and community service. Participants will hear how students simulated the process of founding a company with a mission to bridge the digital divide between tech-savvy youth and digitally excluded adults. The project goes beyond theoretical learning: students develop business plans, lead workshops for seniors on digital skills, and even design a chatbot powered by AI to support adults in navigating online services. The webinar will highlight how students apply AI responsibly and ethically, learning about its potential and limitations while developing critical thinking, leadership, and communication skills. This hands-on, socially driven approach fosters not only technical proficiency but also empathy, civic engagement, and innovation.
By the end of the webinar, attendees will gain a concrete example of project-based learning that creates meaningful impact within the local community, valuable insights into how students can use AI tools to address real-world social challenges, practical strategies for integrating entrepreneurship, digital literacy, and ethical thinking into education, and inspiration and ideas for developing interdisciplinary, student-driven projects in their own schools or programs.
Bio
Natalia Budinski is math teacher with vast teaching and leadership experience as a mathematics educator, as well as a proven track record in international project coordination. She has created and led more than 20 projects related to media literacy, digital inclusion, STEM education, and child rights in digital environments.
As the founder and CEO of RuSTEM, an organization promoting STEM access in rural communities, she has worked at the intersection of innovation and social justice. She was honored to receive the ALL-DIGITAL Award for Best Digital Changemaker and was selected as one of Microsoft’s 300 most innovative educators in the world. Her collaborations with UNICEF, Scientix, European Schoolnet, and Microsoft Education have expanded her international perspective and commitment to high-impact, scalable educational change. During her work she have explored different approaches from teaching with technology to using art and dance in coding, developing entrepreneurship skills and organizing a podcast.