I help educators cut through the overwhelm of AI so they can approach the future of education with clarity and confidence.
In higher education, fear and skepticism often overshadow possibility. I bridge that gap by connecting principles to practice so AI feels approachable and immediately useful. Through stories, hands-on demonstrations, and practical strategies, I show faculty how AI can save time, fuel creativity, and strengthen the human side of teaching. Audiences walk away with clear steps they can put into action the next day, along with a mindset shift that leaves them less afraid, more empowered, and ready to lead their students into the future.
Meet Andy
Andy Baker is a teacher, speaker, and facilitator who helps educators make sense of AI with clarity and confidence. With a background in higher education and nearly two decades of experience helping students think critically and communicate effectively, he brings a grounded, practical lens to the rapidly changing world of AI.
When AI began appearing in his classroom, Andy noticed many colleagues feeling skeptical, uncertain, or overwhelmed. Drawing on his passion for teaching and his skill in connecting principles to practice, he stepped onto the stage to show educators that AI can feel less intimidating and far more empowering than they expect.
Today, his talks give faculty and leaders practical steps they can use immediately, along with the mindset shift they need to see AI as a partner rather than a threat. Andy has supported educators and institutions across the higher education landscape in reframing their approach to teaching in the age of AI—building confidence while sparking new creativity in the classroom.
If you’re looking for someone who can transform how your educators see the future of teaching and help them embrace AI without fear, Andy Baker is the speaker for your next event.
Andy's Talks
If you’re looking for someone who can transform how your educators see the future of teaching and help them embrace AI without fear, Andy Baker is the speaker for your next event.
AI Won’t Replace You, but Someone Using It Might
AI isn’t going to take your job, but ignoring it might. In this talk, we’ll cut through the hype and fear to focus on what educators can actually do to stay relevant and empowered in a changing world. Drawing on real classroom examples, Andy shows how AI can become a teaching partner instead of a threat, and why adopting the right mindset may be the most important skill of all.
You’ll leave with practical strategies and a clear-eyed view of where education is headed.
Teach Students How to Think — Even When AI Can Think Faster
If AI can write a paper, summarize a book, and solve problems faster than our students, what’s left for them to learn? This talk takes on one of the biggest questions in education today: how do we teach students to think critically and independently in a world full of shortcuts? Andy reframes the conversation from fear of cheating to the deeper purpose of education: intellectual integrity.
You’ll discover practical ways to use AI as a scaffold for learning while keeping human reasoning at the center.
Prompt, Don’t Panic: Principles for Using AI in Education Without Losing Your Soul
AI can feel overwhelming, but you don’t need to master every new tool to use it well. What educators need is a compass, not a manual. In this talk, Andy lays out key principles for integrating AI into teaching in ways that are ethical, practical, and aligned with your values. Through stories and examples, he shows how AI can support — not replace — great teaching.
You’ll walk away with guiding principles and renewed confidence to engage with AI without losing sight of what matters most.
Andy's Testimonials
If you’re looking for someone who can transform how your educators see the future of teaching and help them embrace AI without fear, Andy Baker is the speaker for your next event.
The storytelling is extraordinary: engaging, vulnerable, and full of life. Andy takes audiences through the highs and lows of a journey with clarity, humor, and heart.
Sebastian Townsend-Burke
A deeply authentic and engaging speaker, Andy is funny, moving, and wonderfully articulate. His talks spark conversation and leave a lasting impact.
Anne-Claire Lacroix
Humor, clarity, and structure come together effortlessly in Andy’s delivery. His presentations are polished, engaging, and consistently keep audiences fully absorbed.
Daniella Maroma
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If you’re looking for someone who can transform how your educators see the future of teaching and help them embrace AI without fear, Andy Baker is the speaker for your next event.
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