TTF Position Paper Launch: Promoting and Protecting Teacher Agency in the Age of AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping education, with far-reaching implications for both teaching and learning. While AI offers opportunities to support teachers and enrich pedagogical practices, it also raises risks of eroding teacher professionalism and the human dimensions of education. Recognizing the irreplaceable role of teachers, the International Task Force on Teachers for Education 2030 has developed the position paper Promoting and Protecting Teacher Agency in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.

Developed under the coordination of the TTF Thematic Group on Digital Education and AI, co-chaired by MESHGuides and Digital Promise, the paper draws on extensive in-person and online consultations with the TTF membership and a wide range of stakeholders across all levels of education, reflecting diverse perspectives and common concerns. It is conceived as a starting point to spark deeper policy dialogue and to shape evidence-informed positions that can guide decision-making in this fast-evolving field.

This session will bring together members and partners to deepen the conversation and explore how to translate its messages into practice.

Objectives of the session

• Present and promote the new TTF position paper and its accompanying communications product, designed to make key messages accessible to policymakers, practitioners and advocates.
• Showcase TTF member initiatives and explore how frameworks and evidence on AI can inform concrete, teacher-centred implementation and training.
• Engage participants in dialogue and reflection to generate actionable insights on reinforcing teacher agency in the age of AI.

About the session

The 90-minute workshop will feature insights from the authors and contributors of the position paper, including Carlos Vargas (TTF Secretariat, UNESCO), April Williamson (Digital Promise) and Sarah Younie (MESHGuides), who will share the rationale behind the paper, its key findings, and a new four-page communications product designed for wider outreach.

Members such as the European Training Foundation (ETF) and UNESCO will then showcase ongoing work and future plans to support teachers’ meaningful engagement with AI — from digital innovation in low-connectivity contexts to new professional development approaches.

An interactive discussion will invite participants to reflect on the biggest challenges and opportunities teachers face in the age of AI, helping shape the future agenda of the TTF’s Digital and AI Thematic Group and its upcoming activities in 2026.

The webinar will be held via Zoom, with interpretation in English, French and Spanish.

Register for the event here.