Organized and written by: Steve Szabó
This week we had the pleasure of welcoming Maurizio Morini to Avicenna as an invited Erasmus+ expert. The visit was initiated and organised by our Erasmus coordinator, who acted as host throughout the three-day programme. The guest holds a doctorate in philosophy, he is a teacher and a researcher of innovative methodologies, AI workshop contributor in Umbria, Italy, and an Italian Erasmus Committee member.
The workshop, held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, focused on the practical applications and ethical use of artificial intelligence in high schools, and it offered valuable insights for both our students and our teaching staff.
The first two days were dedicated to students. Maurizio worked with different groups, introducing them to the most relevant AI tools currently available and guiding them through real-life examples of how these tools can support learning. Rather than presenting AI as a shortcut, he emphasised responsible and critical use. Students explored how AI can help with brainstorming, structuring essays, revising for exams, practising foreign languages, and organising study materials. At the same time, they discussed the risks of overreliance, plagiarism, and the importance of understanding the content instead of simply generating answers.
A key element of the sessions was ethics. Students were encouraged to reflect on questions such as: When is it acceptable to use AI for schoolwork? How can we ensure that the work we submit is truly our own? What are the long-term consequences of delegating thinking tasks to technology? These conversations were honest and highly relevant, especially in a context where the use of mobile phones and AI tools is becoming increasingly widespread among teenagers.
The third day was devoted to our colleagues. This workshop created space for professional dialogue and exchange of experience. Maurizio presented examples from Italian schools, while our staff shared the Hungarian perspective. The comparison between the Hungarian and Italian education systems proved particularly interesting. We discussed similarities in curriculum structure and assessment, but also differences in digital integration and classroom culture.
One of the central themes across all three days was the challenge posed by students’ constant phone use and the worrying trend of declining academic results. Teachers from both countries reported similar concerns: reduced attention span, superficial learning habits, and difficulties in maintaining motivation. However, the tone of the discussion remained constructive. Instead of framing technology as the enemy, we explored how it can be redirected to support deeper learning.
Practical strategies were shared, including setting clear classroom guidelines for device use, teaching digital literacy explicitly, designing assignments that require critical thinking beyond what AI can easily produce, and using AI tools for formative assessment and personalised feedback. The idea that technology should enhance – not replace – the teacher’s role was strongly emphasised.
Overall, the three-day workshop was not only a training event but also a genuine exchange of ideas. It strengthened our international cooperation and provided concrete tools for addressing current educational challenges. We are grateful to Maurizio Morini for his openness, expertise and engaging approach, and we thank our Erasmus coordinator for making this valuable professional experience possible. We believe that the impact of this visit will be visible in our classrooms in the months to come.
Organized and written by: Steve Szabó
24th February 2026
