The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education is set to be explored by a new hub at the University of Oxford.
The AI in Education at Oxford University (AIEOU) hub has been launched at the university's Department of Education, and will run until June 2026.
The hub will promote a "research-informed and ethical approach" to AI in education, the university said, and will work across the four pillars of design, regulation, implementation, and impact.
Dr Sara Ratner, research officer at the Department of Education, will lead the hub alongside Professor Elizabeth Wonnacott, also from the Department of Education, and Professor Rebecca Williams, from the Faculty of Law.
She said: "The launch of the AIEOU hub is incredibly exciting, not only for our department but for anyone committed to providing quality education for all."
The hub aims to place the learner and their needs at the forefront as the team explores the potential AI technologies can offer education.
Dr Ratner added: "Our goal is to establish a dynamic community of practice that will challenge and help positively shape AI in education."
The hub has already established a large group of members from education, technology, industry, charitable organisations, and foundations, as well as teachers and students.
Dr Ratner said: "We want to support educators and learners across the world to access reliable research on AI in education best practice.
"This area of work is incredibly timely and vital to the current landscape of education."
