In this episode, we sit down with Paul Matthews—an Australian classroom teacher, writer, TED Talk speaker, and leading voice at the intersection of AI and Christian education—to tackle the question so many educators are asking: Is AI going to harm learning…or can it actually help?
Paul shares the conviction that “AI should make education more human, not less,” and explains what that looks like in real classrooms. You’ll hear practical, approachable examples for teachers who are brand new to AI (including a simple way to differentiate texts in minutes), plus wise guidance for school leaders navigating student use, academic integrity, and clear expectations.
This conversation is hopeful, grounded, and deeply formative—because the goal of education isn’t just producing work, it’s producing a person. Whether you feel excited or anxious about AI, you’ll walk away with language, frameworks, and next steps to move forward with clarity and confidence under the lordship of Christ.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why AI can make teaching more human (not less)
- A practical “first step” any teacher can try this week
- How to set clear AI expectations for students (without constant policing)
- Why foundational skills still matter more than ever
- How Christian faith shapes a wise, steady approach to tech change
Connect with Paul:
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Website: https://paulmatthews.ai/
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ChatGPT Features Guide: https://paulmatthewsai.gumroad.com/l/FeaturesGuide
Paul Matthews
Paul Matthews is a classroom teacher at Calvin Christian School in Australia, a writer, and a speaker focused on the intersection of artificial intelligence and Christian education. As a third-generation educator, he is passionate about helping schools navigate rapid technological change with clarity, confidence, and a deeply rooted Christian worldview. His work centers on a simple conviction: education is not just about producing work, but about forming people—and technology should serve that mission, not distract from it.
Through writing and speaking, Paul equips teachers and school leaders with practical tools and thoughtful frameworks for using AI wisely in the classroom. He cares deeply about student formation, pedagogical hospitality, and helping educators remain both reflective and innovative in their craft.
Paul is a husband and father to three young sons (with a fourth on the way). He enjoys sports, loves to write, and believes some of the most meaningful work of his life happens both in the classroom and at home with his family.
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