13:43, 05 March 2026

Teachers in Russia Learn to “Weave” Neural Networks

In Moscow, a new program will train educators to use artificial intelligence to prepare teaching materials.

By the end of the school year, 3,000 teachers in Moscow will learn how to work with artificial intelligence. The training program is designed for educators teaching a wide range of school subjects.

The course focuses on the practical use of neural networks in schools. Teachers will learn how to apply AI when preparing assignments, tests and interactive materials for lessons.

“Improving AI literacy among educators is an important and timely task for the capital’s education system. The introduction of new technologies into the learning process must be accompanied by staff training and clear rules, including issues of safety and academic integrity. By the end of this academic year, 3,000 Moscow teachers will complete a professional development program on working with artificial intelligence,” the press service of the Moscow Department of Education and Science said.

Two Months Online

The course will start on March 24 and will run for two months. The program includes 36 academic hours and will be delivered online.

Teachers will take part in webinars with experts, independent study sessions and ready-made lesson scenarios. These materials can be adapted for specific classes or subjects. Participants will study at their own pace and gradually learn how to use new digital tools.

Before the program begins, teachers will take an initial test. After completing the training, their knowledge will be assessed again. Participants who finish the course will receive a professional development certificate.

Detective Work in Spotting AI

The program is also designed for teachers who have never worked with neural networks before. Participants will acquire all the necessary skills during the training.

Teachers will learn how to use AI when preparing lessons, create assessment tasks and develop interactive educational materials. Special attention will be paid to working with texts generated by neural networks. Educators will study the signs of such materials and learn how to distinguish them from students’ original work.

In other words, if teachers once had to figure out whether a student copied off a test from a classmate sitting nearby, that “classmate” may now be a neural network. With the new skills, teachers will be able to spot a tech-savvy slacker without difficulty.

Yandex Is Also Involved

The course was developed by specialists from Yandex Education together with the Moscow City University.

“We systematically work to make strong education more accessible, and AI tools can relieve teachers of some routine tasks. This gives educators more time to work directly with students, develop personalized approaches, experiment with new teaching formats and maintain live interaction in the classroom. But AI must be introduced responsibly: educators need to understand where it is appropriate and where it is not. That is why, together with specialists from Moscow City University, we developed this professional development program to give teachers both the skills and clear guidelines for using AI in the school environment,” said Daria Kozlova, director of the partner company.

The program is expected to expand over the course of the year. Organizers are preparing educational forums, internships and conferences dedicated to the use of artificial intelligence in education.

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