The Education Workforce Council (EWC) is delighted to announce Professor Rose Luckin as the keynote speaker for Professionally Speaking 2025 ‘Embracing AI in education: opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations’.

Rose is an internationally respected academic and influential communicator in the field of education and technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI). With over 25 years of experience, she is a recognised expert on AI in education, serving as an advisor to policymakers, governments, and industry globally.

In this year’s Professionally Speaking lecture, Rose will explore the transformative potential of AI in education across Wales. She will address how AI technologies are already having an impact, while offering insights into future trends that educators should anticipate.

Looking forward to the event, EWC Chief Executive, Hayden Llewellyn said “We are thrilled to welcome Rose as our keynote speaker for our annual Professionally Speaking event in January.

“AI is fast becoming an integral part of our daily lives. In our 2025 lecture, Rose will give attendees practical strategies for incorporating AI effectively, while also guiding us through the vital ethical considerations and safeguarding measures.

“This is sure to be an insightful and unmissable event.”

‘Professionally Speaking’ is the most prestigious in the EWC’s series of annual events hosted to support registrants in their day-to-day practice. Previous speakers have included Professors Pasi Sahlberg, Michael Fullan, Andy Hargreaves, and Yong Zhao.

More information about the event, including how to register for a free ticket is available now on the EWC’s website.