Predictions about AI and its futures

Predictions about AI and its futures are never certain. Be cautious of uncritically accepting predictions from anyone claiming clairvoyance on the issue. That is why we need an ongoing conversation on these issues. We have to collectively shape the uncertain futures together. This work has already begun—In staff rooms and classrooms alike, educators are asking: What does this mean for learning? For workload? For equity? For our students who already struggle to think critically about the information they consume?

These questions are in urgent need of engagement; they are not theoretical musings. And they are being shaped by the real experiences of teachers who are navigating AI with limited guidance and uneven system-wide support. To propel this discourse, here are perspectives from two panellists at OSSTF’s Beyond the Code: Navigating the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Education conference which took place November 14-15, 2025.

Dr. Sunaina Sharma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Studies at Brock University. She spent 23 years as a secondary teacher and in-school program leader in an OSSTF District 20–represented school; an experience that continues to shape her commitment to amplifying the voices of both students and educators. Her current research examines how Ontario teachers are responding to the rise of generative AI, with emphasis on equity, pedagogy, and professional learning.

Dr. Rahul Kumar is also an Assistant Professor in Educational Studies at Brock University. He studies administration, leadership, and policies. He has researched and contributed extensively on AI in educational organizations.