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Keith Young is an Assistant Professor of ICT and Digital Learning in the Department of STEM Education at Mary Immaculate College. He holds a B.Tech. (Ed) in Materials and Engineering Technology and a PhD in Education from the University of Limerick, as well as an MSc in Software Design with Artificial Intelligence from TUS.
With over a decade of experience in teacher education, Keith has supported both undergraduate and postgraduate students across a variety of disciplines. He has previously held academic positions at the University of Limerick, Hibernia College, and most recently Maynooth University.
Research interests
Keith’s primary interests lie in developing teachers’ capacity to engage meaningfully and critically with digital technologies in their practice. His research interests include areas such as teacher education, digital competence/literacy, educational technology and inclusive education. A significant focus of his current work is the ethical use of artificial intelligence in education, particularly in developing approaches that enhance teacher practice and support student learning, alongside a broader exploration of how emerging AI technologies are shaping the education sector.
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Master of Science (M.Sc), Software Design with Artificial Intelligence
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), Materials and Engineering Technology
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STEM Café: Embracing Integrated STEM Education
Leavy, A. (CoPI), Hourigan, M. (CoPI), Carroll, C. (CoPI), Fitzpatrick, M. (CoPI), O'Dwyer, A. (CoPI), Corry, E. (CoPI), Hamilton, M. (CoPI), McNamara, M. (CoPI), Liman-Kaban, A. (CoPI), O'Shea, J. (CoPI), Young, K. (CoPI), Liston, M. (CoPI), Ryan, M. (CoPI), Cleary, C. (CoPI), McGann, R. (CoPI) & Walsh, E. (CoPI)
25/09/17 → …
Project: Teaching & Learning
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The Impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Teaching, Learning, and Assessment: Some of the challenges and opportunities
Young, K., 2024, Ireland's Education Yearbook.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
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Facilitating Collaborative Teaching and Learning: An Exploration of the Introduction and Use of the Moxtra Cohort App
Henefer, J., Young, K., Benson, J. & O'Keefe, I., 2022.Research output: Published contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Authentic inclusion-utopian thinking? - Irish post-primary teachers' perspectives of inclusive education
Young, K., Mannix McNamara, P. & Coughlan, B., Nov 2017, In: Teaching and Teacher Education. 68, p. 1-11 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
34 Citations (Scopus) -
Post-primary school teachers’ knowledge and understanding of autism spectrum disorders
Young, K., Mannix McNamara, P. & Coughlan, B., 3 Jul 2017, In: Irish Educational Studies. 36, 3, p. 399-422 24 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access8 Citations (Scopus)
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Creative technology and innovation in STEAM: Steam and e-textiles
Morrin, A. M. (Organiser), Furlong, T. (Organiser), Leavy, A. (Organiser), O'Dwyer, A. (Organiser), Hourigan, M. (Organiser), McNamara, M. (Participant), Corry, E. (Participant), Liman-Kaban, A. (Participant), Young, K. (Participant), Fitzpatrick, M. (Participant), Carroll, C. (Participant), Ryan, M. (Participant), Cleary, C. (Participant), MC ENTEE, L. (Participant), Liston, M. (Participant) & Walsh, E. (Participant)
17 Jan 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising a conference, workshop, ...
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DIGging STEM! Design-, Inquiry- and Games-Based approaches to STEM Education Pilot Study
Leavy, A. (Participant), McNamara, M. (Participant), Liman-Kaban, A. (Participant), Walsh, E. (Participant), Fitzpatrick, M. (Participant), Hourigan, M. (Participant), Corry, E. (Participant), Carroll, C. (Participant), Young, K. (Participant), O'Dwyer, A. (Participant), Liston, M. (Participant), Ryan, M. (Participant), Cleary, C. (Participant) & O'Shea, J. (Participant)
6 Jan 2025 → …Activity: Other
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AI in Education: Opportunities and Challenges for School Leadership
Young, K. (Speaker)
2025Activity: Conference Presentations or Invited Speaker Events › Invited talk
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Artificial Intelligence - Implications for Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Young, K. (Speaker)
2024Activity: Conference Presentations or Invited Speaker Events › Invited talk
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Considering the impact of AI in Education
Young, K. (Speaker)
2024Activity: Conference Presentations or Invited Speaker Events › Invited talk
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The Impact of Generative AI on Teaching Learning and Assessment
Young, K. (Speaker)
2023Activity: Conference Presentations or Invited Speaker Events › Invited talk