AI technologies have rapidly catalyzed major innovations and breakthroughs in recent years, particularly in generative AI (“genAI”), poised to transform education and workforce. This study by WISE in collaboration with the MIT pK-12 Initiative and MIT RAISE evaluates the effectiveness of short PD courses in preparing K–12 teachers to integrate AI into their teaching practices. The research spans seven countries—Colombia, Cyprus, Ghana, Greece, Uganda, United States, and Qatar—and uses five online courses, each employing distinct pedagogical and delivery approaches.
To demystify AI for K–12 education, this study examined teachers’ knowledge of AI and explored how PD courses can address teachers’ preconceptions, misconceptions, and attitudes regarding the use of AI in teaching and learning practice. The findings highlight global trends, regional differences, and critical considerations for designing equitable and scalable AI capacity-building initiatives for teachers worldwide.