European Schoolnet Podcast

School is one of the first places where young people experience life beyond their families, build relationships, and learn how to engage with others. But schools are more than spaces for academic learning—they are also places where democracy can be lived and experienced every day. In this episode of the European Schoolnet Podcast, we explore the relationship between schools and democracy through t...

How are European countries approaching the recognition of teacher learning? What challenges are emerging as professional development becomes more digital? Drawing on insights from the ContinueUP project, this episode explores how recognition systems are adapting to new forms of teacher learning and what this means for the future of professional development across Europe.

This episode explores how the Future Classroom Lab model is beginning to take shape in Greece’s education system. Professor Zacharoula Smyrnaiou and teacher-researcher ZoisAsimakopoulos discuss how the country is promoting innovation in schools through digital tools, teacher collaboration and new innovative learning centres.

How do you introduce AI in classrooms without losing sight of learning? In our latest podcast, Estonia’s Minister of Education and Research Kristina Kallas, explains a phased approach that begins with teacher training, school-level support, and careful experimentation. Hear the Minister’s perspective in our 15thpodcast episode.

In this episode of the European Schoolnet Podcast, we delve into how schools can cultivate meaningful and ethical data use to drive improvement and informed decision-making. We are joined by Prof. Dr. Kim Schildkamp (University of Twente) and Professor Jan Vanhoof (University of Antwerp) to discuss how data can support school development, the importance of data literacy, and how professional learn...

In this episode of the European Schoolnet Podcast, we delve into how artificial intelligence is transforming education and its implications for children’s rights. We speak with Sonia Livingstone and Dr. Ayça Atabey from the Digital Futures for Children Centre (a collaboration between the London School of Economics and the Five Rights Foundation) about their recent report, 'A Child Rights Audit...

In this episode, we travel to Luxembourg to explore how the Future Classroom Lab model is being brought to life in a national context. Our guests, Sarah Monfils and Chris Krier from the Institut de Formation de l'Éducation Nationale, share how schools are navigating linguistic diversity, supporting teacher development, and integrating digital tools and AI with purpose. Tune in to hear how Luxembou...

How are schools in Finland and Denmark rethinking learning environments to better prepare students for the future? In this episode, we are joined by Sampo Forsström, educational developer at the University of Eastern Finland, and Martin Thun Klausen, pedagogical IT consultant at University College Copenhagen. Both are national ambassadors for the Future Classroom Lab (FCL), a model that promotes i...

In this episode of the European SchoolNet Podcast , we explore how emerging technologies , especially AI-powered social robots , are transforming education and fostering inclusive learning environments . Joined by Eirini Simeonidou , author of the latest Perspective Paper on Inclusive Digital Education , we discuss the role of social robots in supporting students with special needs, how AI tools h...

Playful learning is not a new idea. However, it has been on the rise in the recent years, perhaps as one counterbalance to the increasing performativity brought about by digitalisation and datafication in schools. Welcome to today's episode, where Vibeke Schrøder and Niels-Peder Osmundsen Hjøllund, both lecturers and senior consultants at the University College Copenhagen, joined us. University Co...

Education in the Age of AI explores how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping teaching and learning. Featuring guests Charles Fadel and Olli-Pekka Heinonen, this episode unpacks key shifts in education—from curriculum updates to fostering critical skills like metacognition and empathy. Learn how to balance AI’s transformative potential with its ethical challenges, prepare students for an AI-driven...

European Schoolnet’s podcast series explores the forefront of educational policy, innovation, and technology across Europe. Each episode brings together experts to discuss significant events, publications, and policy changes that shape the educational landscape. In this episode , we’re joined by Neil Attard and Rose Anne Camilleri from Malta’s Ministry for Education to discuss Malta’s Digital Educ...

In this episode, Christina Makarona introduces key themes around trust and evidence in EdTech, with a focus on the EmpowerED project's roadmap. Moderated by Beth Havinga, the discussion highlights a significant trust gap between decision-makers and EdTech solutions. Andreas Klausing from Educa Swiss stresses the challenges in decentralised education systems, while Niko Lindholm from Helsinki E...

Explore the latest episode of the European Schoolnet podcast, where we examine Big Tech's role in online safety and gender-based violence. This fifth episode features an in-depth discussion with  Cindy Southworth ,  Head of Women's Safety  at  Meta , who reveals the platform's initiatives, including advanced hashing technologies and proactive AI systems. Discover how these measures ali...

Join the European Schoolnet podcast as we explore Portugal’s Digital Transition Plan for Education. Discover how this pioneering plan is shaping education in Portugal with rapid technological advancements and a focus on digital transformation. Learn about the complexities of digital education in Europe and the importance of policy learning over policy transfer. Listen now to uncover Portugal’s str...

Welcome to the third episode of the European Schoolnet podcast series, in collaboration with the menABLE project, dedicatedto combating online gender-based violence. In this episode, we explore the critical intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and its role in addressing gender-based violence. AI stands as one of the most transformative technologies of our time, yet it brings significant et...

Step into the forefront of educational innovation with our latest episode, "Upscaling Innovation across European Schools." A journey through Portugal, Spain, and Flanders (Belgium) to discover innovative approaches to modernising education. Join us as we engage with our Future Classroom Lab ambassadors, exploring the important role of innovation in shaping the future of learning. From de...

European Schoolnet introduces its first episode: "Screen time and mobiles in schools." Join us as we explore digital integration with experts Niamh Ni Bhroin and Anne Mangen, members of the Norwegian Screen Use Committee. Gain valuable insights into Norway's approach, from effects on learners to technology's dual role. Be sure to catch our upcoming episodes for even more valuable...