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John Dolman

The AI English Teacher and Teacher of Media Studies at Ponteland High School.

Ponteland High School

With over 25 years of experience in education, I am a passionate and innovative teacher of English and Media currently working at Ponteland Community High School. I have a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Practitioner Enquiry from Newcastle University, and I have led and trained teachers in various settings and levels, from mentoring ITT students through to coaching and training experienced staff. I have developed and applied skills in artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI to enhance my teaching and learning practices, as well as to inspire and challenge my students. In my previous role as the Head of Languages and Cultures Faculty at the Prince of Wales Island International School, I was part of a team that achieved outstanding results despite the covid-19 pandemic. Outside of school, I am an avid outdoorsman and a martial arts practitioner who cares deeply about the environment and the community.

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    1. 5 takes on AI for Students to Enhance Learning

      In the first episode of 2026, we sit down with John Dolman, The AI English Teacher, who shares five insights on how students can use AI to enhance rather than hinder learning.

      • Continued Professional Development,
      • Critical Media & Information Literacy,
      • Digital Literacy & Online Learning,
      • Teaching Theory, Practice & Implementation,
      • Work Skills & Global Citizenship
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      John Dolman

    2. ISN Live: What is true? The essential role of media literacy in schools

      In our latest ISN Live, Sponsored by Wellio Education, we highlight the impact of deepfakes, algorithm influence and provide supportive strategies to help students navigate the flood of misinformation online.

      • Continued Professional Development,
      • Critical Media & Information Literacy,
      • Digital Literacy & Online Learning,
      • Research in Education,
      • Wellbeing in Schools,
      • Work Skills & Global Citizenship
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    3. 5 Takes on AI for inclusion

      In this new series, we will hear from a series of experienced teachers and leaders to give us 5 essential takeaways on key topics in international education. In this first episode, John Dolman, The AI English Teacher shares his 5 takes on AI for Inclusivity and how to best utilise AI to support all learners. 

      • Continued Professional Development,
      • Digital Literacy & Online Learning,
      • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice,
      • Research in Education
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      John Dolman

    4. The Heart of Resistance: Understanding Teacher Identity in the Age of AI

      John Dolman delves into the key aspects of teaching that cannot be done by AI and how to work with AI to benefit teachers as well as students

      • Continued Professional Development,
      • Critical Media & Information Literacy,
      • Digital Literacy & Online Learning,
      • Leadership Coaching,
      • School Culture & Community Engagement,
      • Teaching Theory, Practice & Implementation,
      • Work Skills & Global Citizenship
      Read article 5 minute read
      John Dolman

    5. From AI Anonymous to Open Innovation

      John Dolman explores why educators may feel professional guilt around the use of AI and why a shift in perspective is needed.

      • Continued Professional Development,
      • Critical Media & Information Literacy,
      • Digital Literacy & Online Learning,
      • Research in Education,
      • School Culture & Community Engagement,
      • Teaching Theory, Practice & Implementation,
      • Work Skills & Global Citizenship
      Read article 5 minute read
      John Dolman

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