Rebecca Williams Joins AI in Education at Oxford University (AIEOU) Hub

Rebecca Williams, Professor of Public Law and Criminal Law, has joined the newly established AI in Education at Oxford University (AIEOU) Hub, which aims to foster a research-informed, ethical, and human-centred approach to AI in education. The Hub, based in the Department of Education and led by Dr Sara Ratner, seeks to address the diverse needs of global education systems through international collaboration and knowledge sharing. The AIEOU Hub is structured around four main pillars—design, regulation, implementation, and impact. It has already established a diverse network that includes academic peers, educators, learners, foundations, governments and industry partners from around the globe, all dedicated to exploring the potential of AI in education responsibly.  

Professor Williams brings her expertise in law to the project, focusing specifically on the regulatory challenges that emerge when integrating AI technologies in educational settings. Her role within the Hub will be to examine legal frameworks across various regions, evaluating whether current regulations strike the right balance between safety and innovation. ‘I’m delighted to be working with Sara on this,” Professor Williams remarked, ‘She has done an amazing job in setting up this Hub, and I’m really grateful to the Social Sciences Division for supporting it!’