Nik Bernaz

Brainstormer, Business adviser, Business mentor, Change Agent, Consultant, Designer, Educator/Teacher, Entrepreneur, Environmentalist, Event planner, Explorer, Idea generator, Inventor, Life mentor, Marketer, Parent, Project manager, Public servant, Social entrepreneur, Startup, Student, Technologist, World traveler

Nik Bernaz is an experienced Modern Foreign Languages educator with a track record spanning over 30 years in the UK and Dubai. At Dubai College, he serves as Second in Modern Foreign Languages and former Head of Spanish. A native French speaker, he is known for guiding students through GCSE and A-Level speaking exams with precision and clarity. Nik is the founder of Frenchoo.com, an online resource hub for language learners, and the author of Teaching Possibility. He is also an Independent AI Consultant, Google Certified Educator, and Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching. His work explores how AI and technology can enhance education in meaningful, ethical, and human-centred ways. He is also the organiser of TEDxDubaiCollege.

Empowering educators and learners through AI. Designing ethical, human-centred technology in education. Creating practical tools that make learning more engaging and effective. Championing inclusive teaching practices and equitable access to knowledge. Helping students succeed in French and Spanish with clarity and confidence. Mentoring others in using AI responsibly and creatively. Building communities of practice through workshops, webinars, and public speaking. Promoting thoughtful, values-driven integration of innovation in schools.

Imagine. Disrupt. Reinvent boldly. Learning that matters for people who care.

AI Integration in Education: Independent AI Consultant and coach, focusing on integrating artificial intelligence into educational practices, Content Creation and Thought Leadership: Author of "Teaching Possibility" and founder of Frenchoo.com, providing resources and insights for language learners and educators, Curriculum Leadership: Serving as Second in Modern Foreign Languages and former Head of Spanish at Dubai College, demonstrating leadership in curriculum development and departmental management, Educational Technology: Google Certified Educator, leveraging technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences, Language Education: Over 30 years of experience teaching French across various educational settings in the UK and Dubai, including comprehensive, grammar, and international schools, Language Learning Resources: Developer of tools and materials to support language acquisition, including online platforms and educational content, Professional Development: Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching, contributing to the advancement of teaching practices and professional standards, Public Speaking and Workshops: Organizer of TEDx DC Dubai College events and host of free weekly AI webinars, facilitating discussions on education and technology

Students approached me to talk at a TED event in the region. Since this was a difficult task, I decided to create my own - TEDx DC Dubai College to give a platform for those with ideas worth sharing, Ideas that change everything.

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