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
Christina Crook
Christina Crook is a pioneering voice in digital well-being and the founder and CEO of JOMO(campus), a leading digital wellness program serving K–12 schools across North America and Oceania. Through JOMO, she equips educators and students with practical tools to strengthen focus, creativity, and connection in an always-on world.
Christina is the award-winning author of The Joy of Missing Out and Good Burdens, and the host of the JOMO(cast) podcast, where she interviews global leaders at the intersection of technology, purpose, and joy.
A sought-after speaker and certified digital wellness educator, she has partnered with organizations including Oxford University, Adobe, and Shopify. She serves on the Advisory Committee for the Baylor Center for School Leadership and is a contributing author to ACSI’s Leading Insights: Artificial Intelligence.
Named a changemaker in All Tech Is Human’s Responsible Tech Guide, Christina lives in Toronto with her husband and three children.
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