Description
Mark Mettler is a lecturer, educational innovator, and AI specialist at Fontys University of Applied Sciences, where he operates at the intersection of technology, creativity, and teacher education. He is actively involved in the Teacher Training Program for Technical Vocational Education, where he educates future teachers within the domains of Media, Design & ICT (MVI) and Dienstverlening & Producten (D&P). In addition to his current teaching responsibilities, Mark is closely involved in the development of a new specialization focused on Artificial Intelligence in education. This emerging track, set to launch in February, aims to prepare future educators to effectively integrate AI into their teaching practice and to train a new generation of AI-literate teachers. Within Fontys Educatie and the Fontys Educational Center (FEC), Mark contributes to educational innovation by exploring and implementing technologies such as generative AI, extended reality (XR), and blended learning. He designs and facilitates professional development programs, supports implementation processes, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to translate technological advancements into meaningful educational applications. Mark is an active member of initiatives such as MDT Blended Learning and the Generative AI Community, where he co-develops workshops and innovation trajectories for educators. His work focuses not only on technology adoption, but also on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and an explorative mindset in education. He has contributed to international conferences and collaborations on AI in education, sharing insights and practical approaches to innovation. Mark approaches his work as a collaborative innovator, positioning himself as a connector and co-creator within educational ecosystems rather than a traditional project leader.
