AI’s Impact on Primary Education – Protecting student learning

(English-language event. Limited spots available.)

What is AI’s impact on primary education? How can we develop strategies which protect students’ cognitive development while simultaneously preparing them for the role of AI in their daily lives?

NewTechKids invites principals and teachers, school boards, education policy experts, and academics and researchers to participate in an interactive event which will explore these issues . Come ask your questions and share your thoughts and experiences!

This event is free of charge and will be conducted in English.

The event will take place on Monday, October 19, 2026 from 10:00 – 11:00 at the Amsterdam Public Library, Prinsenzaal, 6th Floor, Oosterdokskade 143, Amsterdam.

Speakers:

  • Timothy Cook, Director of the Cognitive Privacy Project and founder of Connected Classroom, will talk about his research related to protecting childhood development and mental autonomy from AI and algorithmic manipulation.

  • Deborah Carter, Founder and Managing Director of NewTechKids, will share insights on how NewTechKids teaches AI literacy to primary school students. She will discuss the development of AI literacy curriculum and lessons and talk about lessons learned from inside the classroom. NewTechKids is currently teaching AI literacy lessons at four Amsterdam primary schools as part of a collaboration with the Municipality of Amsterdam.
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