AI training rolled out for Kilifi teachers, learners

SHARE Education in Kilifi County has received a major boost following the rollout of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) training initiative targeting teachers and learners, including those in remote parts of the county. The training initiative, Experience AI, spearheaded by TechKids Africa in partnership with education stakeholders, is equipping teachers with digital skills and practical knowledge on the use of AI tools to enhance teaching and learning in schools. Teachers from different parts of the county, including remote areas such as Ganze, Rabai and parts of Mtwapa, have been introduced to emerging AI technologies that support lesson planning, teaching, research and personalised learning. Speaking during the training, Paul Akwabi said the initiative is part of broader efforts to promote digital transformation in education and support competency-based learning through technology integration. Akwabi said the Kilifi training is part of a wider national rollout expected to reach more teachers and learners in different counties as the initiative scales up towards a target of 400,000 learners. “According to the Teachers Service Commission and the Ministry of Education, digital literacy is among the core competencies. This is part of ICT integration that the government wants teachers to be capacitated in so they can deliver learning in the best way possible,” he said. Kakamega Governor calls for reinstatement of dismissed JSS teachers Leaders call for innovation, connectivity,...