Project description:

Challenge: Ukrainian educators face a critical need to develop digital competencies, particularly in applying artificial intelligence (AI) to improve teaching. Many teachers lack practical AI skills and access to tools, limiting the quality of education and innovation in schools.

Solution: The Google AI Academy for Educators is a free six-week online program combining lectures, workshops, and expert consultations. It offers tailored learning paths for preschool teachers, school teachers, and higher education faculty, focusing on AI basics and practical classroom applications.

Result: Thousands of Ukrainian educators have gained AI skills to create adaptive learning materials, automate routine tasks, and apply AI ethically. Certified participants form a growing community ready to transform Ukrainian education, enhancing teaching quality and preparing students for future challenges.

Partners:

Google Україна, CFC Big Ideas

Category: Digital Transformation & Innovations

Company: Beetroot Academy

About the company: 

Beetroot Academy is a Swedish-Ukrainian IT school and social enterprise, founded in 2014. The Academy focuses on practical IT training, soft skills, and career support. Over the years, more than 13,000 graduates have gained new professions, including internally displaced persons, veterans, women, and vulnerable groups. Additionally, businesses, organisations, and teachers have acquired AI skills through the Academy’s programs.