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Google Reference Schools around the world: Leo Academy Trust - Julaan Govier and best IA practices

CFisanotti — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:25:09 GMT

At GEG Italia we hosted Julaan Govier, who guided us through the digital strategy of the LEO Academy Trust in the United Kingdom. It’s not just about tools, but about a true “AI Literacy” embedded in the curriculum.
What you’ll see in this bilingual 🇮🇹 🇬🇧 episode:
• 🎓 AI Literacy Curriculum – discover the journey from age 7 (understanding AI and data) to age 11 (ethics, bias, and the art of prompting).
• 📚 NotebookLM and Literature – how to transform popular books into immersive experiences. Julaan shows how to generate concept maps, infographics, and video summaries to help children better understand plot and characters.
• 🔬 Safe and controlled research – using NotebookLM as a protected “research assistant,” where the teacher selects sources (e.g., National Geographic) to ensure reliable and safe information.
• 📐 Beyond the humanities – practical examples of AI use in Mathematics (visual guides for geometry) and in STEAM projects (creating theme parks with Lego Spike and AI-based budgeting).
• 💡 UDL (Universal Design for Learning) – how AI helps overcome writing barriers, allowing every child to demonstrate what they’ve learned through video, audio, or presentations.
“AI is like an avalanche: you can’t hide from it—you have to learn how to ride the wave safely.”

THANK YOU JULAAN!

https://youtu.be/oO_rNfpoaWI?si=xJS3Pc6LRrxJvnbY

@JulaanGovier @CFisanotti @valentinamassa @MarilenaFerraro @andrealamanna @pemanuele90

Re: Google Reference Schools around the world: Leo Academy Trust - Julaan Govier and best IA practic

MarilenaFerraro — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:34:46 GMT

È stato un vero piacere ascoltare Julaan, esempio di vero valore didattico.

Re: Google Reference Schools around the world: Leo Academy Trust - Julaan Govier and best IA practic

Sabina_Hussaini — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:18:40 GMT

What an amazing example of global collaboration! I love seeing GEG Italia reach across borders to partner with the LEO Academy Trust. Providing this content in a bilingual format is a huge service to our international community.

It’s a great reminder that while our school systems may differ, our goal of helping students 'ride the wave' of AI safely is a shared journey. Thank you for modeling what a truly global educator network looks like!

Best,
Sabina

Re: Google Reference Schools around the world: Leo Academy Trust - Julaan Govier and best IA practic

CFisanotti — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:38:16 GMT

Thank you! @Sabina_Hussaini
More to come!