Technology should expand human capability, not replace it.
Paddy McGrath speaks worldwide on the intersection of AI, education, accessibility, inclusion, technology and human capability. Delivering insights grounded in practice, not theory, across 41 countries.
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The AI Equity Paradox
Access to AI is where the conversation starts, but access alone does not equal equity. The opportunity gap can open at every stage between a powerful technology and the people who actually benefit from it.
Based on Paddy's new book, this flagship session maps the five thresholds between access and true benefit. It challenges leaders, policymakers, and educators to ask what must be true around a learner before technology widens opportunity rather than sorting people by the support they already have.
Core Themes & Topics
Practical, evidence-grounded sessions that challenge audiences to rethink their assumptions about inclusion, neurodiversity, and how technology serves learning.
Signature keynote
Necessary for Some. Useful for All.
What if inclusion wasn’t something we added afterwards, but something we designed in from the start? Necessary for some. Useful for all. This keynote explores how removing barriers, widening access and designing for difference can improve learning for everyone. It is about moving beyond accommodation towards environments where more people can participate, achieve and thrive independently.
AI for Inclusion
A practical, evidence-grounded keynote on how AI can genuinely support learners with SEND and diverse needs, without replacing the human relationships that make inclusion work. Delivered to governments, trusts, and schools across 41 countries.
AI: Delivering Equity
Examines the real risk that AI widens the gap rather than closes it, and sets out the conditions under which technology becomes a genuine lever for equity. Honest, data-informed, and designed to challenge assumptions.
UDL: Enabled by AI
Universal Design for Learning as a framework has long made sense in theory. AI now makes it genuinely practical at scale. This keynote shows how AI turns UDL from an ideal into a daily reality for every learner, without adding to teacher workload.
Redefining Inclusion, Redesigning Learning
The most provocative keynote in the set. If technology can remove most barriers at the point of need, what does inclusion actually mean now? This session challenges schools, systems, and policymakers to rethink their assumptions from the ground up.
Designing AI for Neuroinclusive Learning
Moves the conversation beyond prompts and productivity to focus on how AI can support different ways of reading, writing, processing and communicating, particularly for neurodivergent learners. A practical case for technology that builds independence and agency, not just completes the task.
Vibe Coding for Educators
A high-energy, practical introduction to vibe coding for education. We cover what it is, why it matters, and demonstrate how teachers direct AI platforms to build tools for real classroom problems. Perfect for INSET days or leadership strategy sessions.
Mind the Gap
Who gets left behind as education moves forward? Using a London Underground platform and a patiently poured Belfast pint, Paddy explores inclusion beyond technology, with AI as part of the story. A keynote on removing barriers, widening participation and moving forward together.
Built around your audience
Need something more bespoke?
Paddy brings extensive experience across inclusive education, Universal Design for Learning, AI, accessibility and neuroinclusion. The keynote topics above are starting points, not a fixed menu.
Every session can be shaped around your staff, your priorities and the outcomes you want from the day. Whether you need an energising introduction, a practical session grounded in classroom challenges or a strategic provocation for senior leaders, Paddy can create a flexible, bespoke presentation for your organisation or event.
Discuss a bespoke sessionEngagement Formats
01Keynotes
45–60 minute sessions designed to challenge assumptions and shift perspective for large audiences.
02Panels & Moderation
Experienced contribution or moderation for complex discussions around technology, policy, and equity.
03Fireside Conversations
Candid, unscripted dialogue with leaders and innovators on the realities of AI and human capability.
04Executive Sessions
Private, high-level briefings for boards and leadership teams navigating strategic change.
05Workshops
Half-day masterclasses turning theory into practical strategy for practitioners and leaders.
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