Webinar “Safe Internet in the era of Artificial Intelligence”

On February 12, the educational technology team hosted a webinar titled “Safe Internet and cybersecurity in the AI era”, dedicated to educators and representatives of the education sector.

Webinar details:

Key points discussed:

• How to protect students in the online space;
• How to use AI in education safely and with consideration of ethical standards;
• Steps schools should take to adhere to cybersecurity standards;
• Today, as artificial intelligence, social networks, and online learning play an increasingly significant role in education, cybersecurity and information literacy become essential components of the school environment.

Main themes of the webinar:

• Online safety for students – How to protect them from cyberbullying, phishing, and other internet threats;
• AI and education – How to use artificial intelligence in the educational process, avoid disinformation, and maintain ethical standards;
• Impact of social media – What risks exist for youth and how educators and parents should manage their digital environment;
• Best practices in cybersecurity – How educators, students, and schools can protect their data.

The webinar was presented by Konstantin Stalinsky, a board member and co-founder of the Internet Society Georgia, with extensive experience in internet media and technology sectors. His practical knowledge made the webinar engaging and interactive.

He explained in detail the main challenges of safe internet usage and strategies to overcome them, which is particularly important for teachers to implement in the educational process.

The webinar was moderated by Thea Meparishvili, a certified international trainer in artificial intelligence and education technologies. The moderator directed the discussion and ensured that participants were actively involved in the process.

The webinar was highly interactive, with participants actively asking questions and engaging in discussions. Participants appreciated the practical webinar, as teachers and lecturers applied the knowledge gained in their educational processes. Some participants planned and conducted events dedicated to Safer Internet Day in their schools and universities, which directly confirmed the impact of the webinar.

The speaker’s shared practical advice helped teachers and lecturers explain online safety issues more effectively to students and students.

Future Plans

Within the framework of supporting the goals of Safer Internet Day, the Educational Technology Team plans to organize more diverse and practical webinars with the support and active participation of Konstantin Stalinsky, to assist in the effective and safe use of modern technologies in education.

The internet can be safe if all parties – schools, educators, parents, and students – approach its use with greater responsibility. This was the main message of this training.

February 11 is declared as Safer Internet Day globally, reminding us of the importance of protecting the digital environment, developing online culture, and ensuring a safe internet space for youth.