TEACHERS across Australia have been grappling with how to support the safe and effective use of generative AI in schools.
In response, Education Services Australia (ESA) and Microsoft have joined forces to create an online training solution that aligns with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the Australian Government’s Framework for Generative AI in Schools.
The training modules can help teachers unlock valuable personalised learning opportunities for students.
This is a key initiative in Microsoft’s effort to train one million people across Australia and New Zealand in GenAI skills by 2026.
Participation in the training modules is free for teachers across Australia and New Zealand.
The two modules address some of the most common teacher concerns regarding GenAI tools, such as the risk of inaccurate information being generated.
The content has been developed by subject matter experts, in consultation with school administrators and teachers, reviewed by leaders within the teaching community, and approved by the federal Department of Education.
ESA CEO Andrew Smith said Generative AI was a developing technology that presented both opportunities and risks to school education.
Microsoft ANZ Education Director Adam Pollington said, “We know from examples in Australia that teachers can save an average of 9.3 hours per week through GenAI use, and that additional time can be repurposed to enhance student outcomes.”
Teachers can also take advantage of live online training sessions.
