AI in the Classroom: Applied Innovation at IES Gabriel García Márquez
We are co-organizing a dynamic AI workshop in collaboration with Luis Ángel Galindo and Mike Beattie, designed specifically for secondary school students and aligned with the educational objectives of public institutions. The session explores real-world applications of artificial intelligence, ethical considerations in AI deployment, and the opportunities emerging at the intersection of education and technology. The initiative responds directly to the growing integration of AI tools within schools, including the implementation of institutional AI servers and teacher training programs, as is currently being developed at IES Gabriel García Márquez. Our goal is to complement these efforts by bringing industry expertise into the classroom, translating complex technological concepts into accessible, age-appropriate discussions tailored for students in 3º ESO.
As facilitators, our role goes beyond delivering a lecture. We create a structured dialogue between students and practitioners, exposing young learners to how AI is applied in real professional environments while emphasizing ethical frameworks, regulatory awareness, and responsible innovation. Students are encouraged not only to understand how AI works, but to question its societal implications, its limitations, and the responsibilities attached to its use.
Through AImpacto Rotaract, we aim to provide early exposure to responsible AI innovation, ensuring that students develop both technical curiosity and civic awareness. By connecting educational institutions with professionals actively working in the field, we help bridge the gap between theory and practice, empowering students to engage with technology critically rather than passively consume it.
This collaboration represents a shared commitment to preparing young people for a digital future that is not only innovative, but thoughtful, ethical, and socially aware.