Unlocking 21st Century Skills: The Benefits of the ‘Coding and Robotics for Foundation Phase Teachers’ Workshop

Amid the Fourth Industrial Revolution, where technology and digital literacy drive progress, education has never been more crucial. Educators can keep pace with this seismic shift by integrating the new CAPS subject, Coding and Robotics, into their teaching practice. This is precisely why Cambridge has developed an essential new workshop: “Coding and Robotics for Foundation Phase Teachers”.

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Exploring Teachers’ Perspectives on AI in the Classroom

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various sectors, and education is no exception. As part of my ongoing attempt to understand the use of AI in education, I surveyed teachers* to gauge their perspectives on the potential impact of AI on education and their teaching practices. The survey consisted of four questions, including both quantitative and qualitative elements, designed to explore teachers’ current usage of AI, perceived benefits, concerns, and support needs for integrating AI into their classrooms. 

Question 1: On a scale of 1 to 5, how optimistic are you about AI’s potential impact on education and your teaching practices? 

(one being not optimistic at all, and five being very optimistic)

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