Understand AI

Gain a clear, practical foundation in how AI works, its capabilities and limitations, and how it’s shaping the future of education.

Apply AI Responsibly

Learn how to integrate AI tools ethically and effectively, with real-world examples and strategies tailored for educators.

Build Real-World Skills

This course gives you practical tools, safety protocols, and confidence to guide your students in the AI era.

Who this is for

K-12 Educators

K-12 teachers seeking age-appropriate AI strategies

Heads of Department & Digital Leads

Leading whole-school AI integration and policy

SEND Specialists

Exploring AI for differentiation and accessibility

What You'll Learn

• Understand what AI is — and what it isn’t • Explore how humans and machines learn differently • Examine the real problems AI can (and can’t) solve in education • Discover the latest generative AI tools and how to use them critically • Learn how to customize AI tools for classroom use • Identify risks, limitations, and ethical concerns • Develop strategies to foster critical thinking and digital responsibility in students

What makes this course different?

UUnlike many AI courses that focus on tools or technical skills, AI Foundations for Educators is built around a unique framework, the Five Pillars of AI, that blends technical understanding with ethical, cultural, and educational perspectives. It’s designed specifically for educators, not engineers, and empowers you to think critically, apply AI responsibly, and guide your students through a rapidly changing digital world. This course doesn’t just teach you what AI is. It helps you understand why it matters in your classroom, and how you can support students to utilize AI in their learning journey as independent, critical thinkers.

Course Curriculum

  1. 1

    Introduction to the Course

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    Module 1A: The Five Pillars of AI

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    Module 1B: AI vs. Human Learning

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    Module 1C: To What Problem is AI a Solution

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    Module 1D: What Generative AI Tools are Available

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    Module 1E: Customization of LLMs

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    Module 1F: Different Types of AI in Education

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    Module 1G: Effective Use of Generative AI

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    Module 1H: Limitations of Generative AI Tools

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