Unlocking AI for Education in Africa

Duration: 5 Days (can be adapted for workshops, seminars, or online learning)
Format: Short lectures + practical sessions + discussions
Target Audience: Educators, students, youth leaders, policymakers, EdTech professionals

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

Understand what AI is and how it’s transforming education globally and in Africa.
Discover real-life applications of AI in African classrooms and learning environments.
Learn basic AI tools that can be used by students and teachers.
Explore the ethical, cultural, and social implications of AI in African contexts.
Design a mini action plan to integrate AI into local educational systems.

Day 1: Introduction to AI & Its Relevance in Africa

What is Artificial Intelligence?
Why AI matters for Africa’s future
The digital divide and AI opportunities for leapfrogging
Case studies: AI initiatives across African countries

Day 2: AI in Education — Global & Local Perspectives

How AI is changing education worldwide
Potential benefits of AI in African education systems
AI tools for teaching, assessment, and administration
Local success stories: EdTech startups in Africa using AI

Day 3: Practical AI Tools for Educators and Students

Hands-on: Free AI tools (ChatGPT, AI tutors, quiz generators, etc.)
Using AI for lesson planning, grading, and personalization
Introduction to prompt engineering
Responsible use of AI in classrooms

Day 4: Challenges and Ethics of AI in Africa

Data privacy, language representation, and bias
Cultural values vs AI models
Access, affordability, and inclusivity
Group discussion: How can Africa develop ethical AI?

Day 5: Building a Future with AI in African Education

Skill-building for the next generation
AI literacy programs for teachers and students
Participants design a basic AI-integration plan for their community/school
Wrap-up discussion and sharing

Certificate of Completion

Participants who attend all sessions and complete the action plan will receive a digital certificate.

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