Posted by Alice Greenman on Apr 23, 2026 9:00 AM
In this week’s WU Podcast, Lucy Collins is joined by Jason Coppin and Suzie Leckie founders of digital agency, Timberyard. Working closely with the education sector, they share insights from developing Timberlearn, an AI‑powered learning platform, and explore the real opportunities and risks of using AI in education.
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Summary
This episode explores how AI can be thoughtfully integrated into education to enhance learning outcomes, protect institutional knowledge, and support diverse learning styles. Featuring Jason Coppin and Susie Leckie founders of Timber Yard, the discussion covers AI’s potential, risks, and practical applications in educational settings.
Take aways
AI in education won’t replace human expertise; it amplifies it.
The value of AI is in targeted, curated content tailored to specific curricula
AI’s true potential lies in hyper-personalization accessible to all learners
Establishing guardrails is essential to harness AI safely in education
Speed and strategic alignment are the biggest risks in adopting AI in education
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and AI in Education
01:12 Meet the Guests: Timber Yard and Their Mission
02:24 The Evolution of Timber Yard and Their Digital Expertise
05:26 AI Adoption in the Education Sector
06:38 Operational Changes and Educational Content Transformation
08:34 Balancing Innovation, Trust, and IP Protection
09:52 Student Use of AI and Institutional Responses
12:47 Differentiating Useful AI from the Noise
14:46 Risks: IP, Misuse, and Adoption Speed
17:53 AI Supporting Diverse Learning Needs
23:10 TimberLearn: Curated AI for Specific Courses
27:34 Hyper-Personalisation and Accessibility in Learning
31:29 Future Vision for Timber Yard and Education
33:18 Ensuring Responsible AI Use in Education
35:21 Where to Find More About Timber Yard and Timberlearn
Resources
Timber Yard Website – About Us | Timberyard Commerce