We have creating a world of apparent efficiency that can move faster than our analogue brains, bodies and social structures can cope with. In that efficiency and dependence comes incredible vulnerability — for us all.

Poetry can condense complex ideas, opinions, emotions, problems, and issues. So here is some free verse trying to grapple with the implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) when applied to the teaching and learning of our young — an issue of immense scope and importance. There is an optional essay as well for those wanting to explore the theme in a bit more depth.