Encouraging Introspection in Teenagers
Reflections on creating the conditions for character-based introspection through the Year 10 Character & Enterprise Program
- 17 September 2026
What to expect from the Barker GenAI Journey
A couple of weeks ago, we completed the 2026 Barker Journey interviews. For the 30 students at the centre of this longitudinal study, that marks another milestone.
- Dr Timothy Scott
- 11 September 2026
Frontier Wisdom: What AI Needs More Than Intelligence.
Artificial intelligence promises a future of remarkable possibility. It can create, it can immitate, but unlike people it doesn't actually participate in the world. The Bible describes humanities role.
- Rev Craig Tubman
- 09 September 2026
More than a Productivity Tool: Trust, Truth and Human Presence in and AI Age.
Artificial intelligence is often promoted as a tool that will make our lives faster, smarter, and more efficient. Yet beneath the technological excitement lies a deeper question: what is AI doing to our common life?
- Rev Craig Tubman
- 01 September 2026
Young people, learning, and generative AI: A rapid literature review and implications for PreK-12 education
In August 2026 the Barker Institute and the University of Sydney partnered to publish an important academic report. It consisted of a literature review of all available academic evidence regarding GenAI in PreK-12 education. This report, and launch webinar, are now publicly available to educators, policy makers, and parents to ensure we collectively care for our young people in the best possible way.
- Dr Matthew Hill
- 12 August 2026