AI, Digital Literacy, and the Future of Learning with Tom Millinchip- TEC105

<p>In this episode of the <strong>Tech Ed Clubhouse Podcast</strong>, I talk with Tom Millinchip, deputy head academic at Windsor School Bahamas, digital literacy lead, founder of AI Ready Bahamas, and consultant with PBL Future Labs.</p><p>Tom shares what AI and digital literacy look like in an elementary school setting and explains why introducing technology to younger students should not mean increasing screen time. Instead, schools can help students develop judgment, curiosity, safety awareness, and a clearer understanding of how digital tools work.</p><p>We also discuss teacher resistance to AI, the importance of respecting professional judgment, and why school leaders should support experimentation without forcing teachers to use technology in every lesson.</p><p>The conversation expands into project-based learning, assessment, school culture, and the possibility of redesigning education around hands-on learning, community, student interests, and AI-supported exploration.</p><p><strong>In This Episode</strong></p><ul><li>Teaching AI and digital literacy in elementary schools</li><li>Balancing technology, play, and hands-on learning</li><li>Supporting teachers who are hesitant about AI</li><li>Building school cultures based on trust and professional judgment</li><li>Why AI is exposing weaknesses in traditional assignments and assessment</li><li>How project-based learning can support different types of learners</li><li>Rethinking grades, testing, and traditional school structures</li><li>Using AI to strengthen—not replace—human-centered learning</li><li>Starting with a simple five-minute AI or PBL experiment</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>About Tom Millinchip</strong>Tom Millinchip is the deputy head academic at Windsor School Bahamas, where he also leads digital literacy education. He is the founder of AI Ready Bahamas, an AI and education thinker, and a consultant with PBL Future Labs.</p><p>Tom’s work focuses on helping schools introduce AI, digital literacy, and project-based learning in thoughtful, age-appropriate, and human-centered ways.</p><p><strong>Connect with Tom</strong>Follow Tom on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-millinchip-19460856/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">LinkedIn</a> and Substack for his writing and updates on AI, digital literacy, project-based learning, and education.</p><p><strong>Connect with the Tech Ed Clubhouse</strong>Follow the Tech Ed Clubhouse Podcast on Spotify and YouTube for more conversations about practical innovation, project-based learning, technology, creativity, and the future of education.</p>