British Council Backs AI Projects in Pakistan and Egypt Schools

The British Council has backed innovative action research projects in Pakistan and Egypt that integrate artificial intelligence and digital tools into classrooms, emphasizing the pivotal role of teachers in driving educational improvements. These initiatives, part of the organization's Partner Schools programme, explore how technology can personalize learning and promote responsible digital habits while ensuring educators maintain control and ethical oversight.

Through its support for 12 such projects worldwide, the British Council aims to generate evidence-based insights applicable to education policy and teacher training globally. The efforts in Pakistan and Egypt highlight practical applications of generative AI and social media, transforming potential challenges into opportunities for enhanced student engagement and wellbeing.

In Pakistan, teachers have employed generative AI to customize lessons across various subjects, allowing them to tailor instruction to the diverse needs of their students. Participants received professional development focused on AI tools, ethical considerations, and prompt engineering techniques, empowering educators to lead the integration process....