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Microsoft Certified: AI Classroom Series (Microsoft Education Center)
- A free certification designed to help educators understand AI fundamentals and integrate AI tools like Reading Coach, Immersive Reader, and more.
- Certification involves completing modules on AI in education, accessibility tools, and data-driven teaching.
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Google for Education: Machine Learning for Educators
- This certification program teaches educators how to use Google AI tools like Read Along, Google Notebook LM, and Explore AI.
- Focuses on applying machine learning concepts in lesson planning and student assessments.
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Coursera: AI for Everyone by Andrew Ng (offered by DeepLearning.AI)
- A foundational course that explains AI concepts in an accessible way for educators.
- No technical background required, making it ideal for teachers who want to grasp AI’s impact on learning.
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ISTE AI Explorations and Their Practical Use in School Environments
- Offered by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), this program covers real-world AI applications and ethical considerations in K-12 education.
- Participants receive a digital credential upon completion.
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IBM AI Education Series for Teachers
- A self-paced program that focuses on AI literacy and computational thinking.
- Educators learn how to introduce AI concepts to students using IBM Watson and related tools.
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AI4K12 Initiative Professional Development Certification
- An initiative focused on helping K-12 educators teach AI concepts aligned with national standards.
- Covers five big ideas in AI and provides resources and lesson plans for classroom use.
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EdX: AI in Practice for K-12 Educators (offered by MITx)
- A specialized certification program focusing on AI integration in different subject areas.
- Includes case studies and practical strategies for using AI tools in classrooms.