Making AI training available to UK and Ireland educators

Google is broadening access to its free AI Educator Series for educators across the UK and Ireland, aiming to equip 650,000 teachers with the skills needed to harness artificial intelligence effectively. This initiative follows the program's initial rollout to 6 million educators in the United States and subsequent expansions to India and Korea.

Delivered through teacher-led virtual and in-person events, the curriculum is practical, concise, and crafted by educators for their peers. By completing modules, teachers earn micro-credentials and badges to demonstrate their AI proficiency. Upon completion, educators can use these newfound abilities to create more personalized lesson plans, streamline administrative tasks, and cater to a wider range of learning styles.

Recent research from Public First indicates that 74% of education roles have the potential to be enhanced by AI, while the AI Works for Britain report highlights a significant growth opportunity. Currently, only 15% of the UK is utilizing AI to save time, leaving room for expansion. The Google AI Educator Series provides teachers with upskilling opportunities that align with the UK government's objective of training 10 million workers in digital skills by 2030.

In partnership with the National Governance Association, Google has also developed an AI Policy Toolkit designed to assist school governors and trustees in safely adopting AI policies, tools, and training. The combination of these resources empowers educators to confidently integrate AI into their teaching practices, contributing to the UK's digital skills training goals.

For more information and to register for upcoming Educator Series events, visit the Google for Education Gemini Roadshow.