Danubius International Conferences, 4th International Conference on Education in the Digital Era
Educating for the Future: Sustainable AI and the Rise of the SMART Teacher
Last modified: 2025-07-20
Abstract
In the age of artificial intelligence, education stands at a crossroads between transformation and disruption. This article explores the concept of Sustainable AI in Education, proposing a new paradigm centered on the SMART teacher—an educator who is Self-aware, Mindful, Adaptive, Reflective, and Tech-integrated. Building on the vision launched during the Danubius Conference on Digital Pedagogy, we investigate how ethical, inclusive, and environmentally-conscious AI can support human development and pedagogical innovation. Through a critical analysis of UNESCO reports, technological trends, and the evolving role of teachers, this article aims to contribute to the theoretical and practical foundation of future-ready education. The study integrates philosophical reflections, policy insights, and system-level recommendations to shape a long-term vision of sustainable human–AI partnership in learning environments.
