The MTN Foundation, in partnership with the Senator Abiru Innovation Lab and Co-Creation Hub, has launched a digital skills training programme aimed at equipping Nigerian teachers with artificial intelligence tools to improve classroom delivery and learning outcomes.The initiative, which forms part of the ongoing 12-week Teachers Programme, is designed to help educators integrate emerging technologies into lesson planning, content creation and student assessment as schools increasingly adapt to the demands of the digital economy.During the programme’s 10th week, Oluwatobi Olayanju, a data scientist and business analyst at Data Science Nigeria, led a virtual training session focused on artificial intelligence literacy, responsible technology use and practical applications of AI in education.According to a statement on Tuesday, the session brought together educators from across Nigeria who have participated in the programme since its launch, with participants learning how to use AI-powered tools for tasks including lesson planning, visual design, multimedia content creation and assessment development.Olayanju introduced participants to a range of AI solutions, including chatbots for classroom preparation, visual design platforms, text-to-video and text-to-audio conversion tools, and assessment generators designed to improve teaching efficiency.“Educators can leverage these tools for visual design, lesson planning, and content creation. The capabilities extend to advanced multimedia integration, such as converting text to video or audio and generating podcasts with tools like NotebookLM,” Olayanju said.He added that the tools could help teachers create more engaging learning experiences by combining traditional teaching methods with digital resources.Related NewsBroadcast professionals urge ethical AI use, stronger mentorshipAI can boost Nigeria’s GDP by 4% – IMFAI could add 4% to Nigeria, sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP, says IMFThe training also exposed educators to online resources such as ditchthattextbook.com, a platform that provides access to digital tools and resources designed to support modern teaching practices.Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. The initiative, which forms part of the ongoing 12-week Teachers Programme, is designed to help educators integrate emerging technologies into lesson planning, content creation and student assessment as schools increasingly adapt to the demands of the digital economy.During the programme’s 10th week, Oluwatobi Olayanju, a data scientist and business analyst at Data Science Nigeria, led a virtual training session focused on artificial intelligence literacy, responsible technology use and practical applications of AI in education.According to a statement on Tuesday, the session brought together educators from across Nigeria who have participated in the programme since its launch, with participants learning how to use AI-powered tools for tasks including lesson planning, visual design, multimedia content creation and assessment development.Olayanju introduced participants to a range of AI solutions, including chatbots for classroom preparation, visual design platforms, text-to-video and text-to-audio conversion tools, and assessment generators designed to improve teaching efficiency.“Educators can leverage these tools for visual design, lesson planning, and content creation. The capabilities extend to advanced multimedia integration, such as converting text to video or audio and generating podcasts with tools like NotebookLM,” Olayanju said.He added that the tools could help teachers create more engaging learning experiences by combining traditional teaching methods with digital resources.Related NewsBroadcast professionals urge ethical AI use, stronger mentorshipAI can boost Nigeria’s GDP by 4% – IMFAI could add 4% to Nigeria, sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP, says IMFThe training also exposed educators to online resources such as ditchthattextbook.com, a platform that provides access to digital tools and resources designed to support modern teaching practices.Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. During the programme’s 10th week, Oluwatobi Olayanju, a data scientist and business analyst at Data Science Nigeria, led a virtual training session focused on artificial intelligence literacy, responsible technology use and practical applications of AI in education.According to a statement on Tuesday, the session brought together educators from across Nigeria who have participated in the programme since its launch, with participants learning how to use AI-powered tools for tasks including lesson planning, visual design, multimedia content creation and assessment development.Olayanju introduced participants to a range of AI solutions, including chatbots for classroom preparation, visual design platforms, text-to-video and text-to-audio conversion tools, and assessment generators designed to improve teaching efficiency.“Educators can leverage these tools for visual design, lesson planning, and content creation. The capabilities extend to advanced multimedia integration, such as converting text to video or audio and generating podcasts with tools like NotebookLM,” Olayanju said.He added that the tools could help teachers create more engaging learning experiences by combining traditional teaching methods with digital resources.Related NewsBroadcast professionals urge ethical AI use, stronger mentorshipAI can boost Nigeria’s GDP by 4% – IMFAI could add 4% to Nigeria, sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP, says IMFThe training also exposed educators to online resources such as ditchthattextbook.com, a platform that provides access to digital tools and resources designed to support modern teaching practices.Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. According to a statement on Tuesday, the session brought together educators from across Nigeria who have participated in the programme since its launch, with participants learning how to use AI-powered tools for tasks including lesson planning, visual design, multimedia content creation and assessment development.Olayanju introduced participants to a range of AI solutions, including chatbots for classroom preparation, visual design platforms, text-to-video and text-to-audio conversion tools, and assessment generators designed to improve teaching efficiency.“Educators can leverage these tools for visual design, lesson planning, and content creation. The capabilities extend to advanced multimedia integration, such as converting text to video or audio and generating podcasts with tools like NotebookLM,” Olayanju said.He added that the tools could help teachers create more engaging learning experiences by combining traditional teaching methods with digital resources.Related NewsBroadcast professionals urge ethical AI use, stronger mentorshipAI can boost Nigeria’s GDP by 4% – IMFAI could add 4% to Nigeria, sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP, says IMFThe training also exposed educators to online resources such as ditchthattextbook.com, a platform that provides access to digital tools and resources designed to support modern teaching practices.Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Olayanju introduced participants to a range of AI solutions, including chatbots for classroom preparation, visual design platforms, text-to-video and text-to-audio conversion tools, and assessment generators designed to improve teaching efficiency.“Educators can leverage these tools for visual design, lesson planning, and content creation. The capabilities extend to advanced multimedia integration, such as converting text to video or audio and generating podcasts with tools like NotebookLM,” Olayanju said.He added that the tools could help teachers create more engaging learning experiences by combining traditional teaching methods with digital resources.Related NewsBroadcast professionals urge ethical AI use, stronger mentorshipAI can boost Nigeria’s GDP by 4% – IMFAI could add 4% to Nigeria, sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP, says IMFThe training also exposed educators to online resources such as ditchthattextbook.com, a platform that provides access to digital tools and resources designed to support modern teaching practices.Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. “Educators can leverage these tools for visual design, lesson planning, and content creation. The capabilities extend to advanced multimedia integration, such as converting text to video or audio and generating podcasts with tools like NotebookLM,” Olayanju said.He added that the tools could help teachers create more engaging learning experiences by combining traditional teaching methods with digital resources.Related NewsBroadcast professionals urge ethical AI use, stronger mentorshipAI can boost Nigeria’s GDP by 4% – IMFAI could add 4% to Nigeria, sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP, says IMFThe training also exposed educators to online resources such as ditchthattextbook.com, a platform that provides access to digital tools and resources designed to support modern teaching practices.Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. He added that the tools could help teachers create more engaging learning experiences by combining traditional teaching methods with digital resources.Related NewsBroadcast professionals urge ethical AI use, stronger mentorshipAI can boost Nigeria’s GDP by 4% – IMFAI could add 4% to Nigeria, sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP, says IMFThe training also exposed educators to online resources such as ditchthattextbook.com, a platform that provides access to digital tools and resources designed to support modern teaching practices.Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. The training also exposed educators to online resources such as ditchthattextbook.com, a platform that provides access to digital tools and resources designed to support modern teaching practices.Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Participants also took part in an interactive quiz session aimed at assessing their understanding of the programme’s lessons, with educators highlighting improvements in areas such as productivity tools, AI-assisted lesson preparation and student assessment design.Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Joy Medupin, who manages the training component of the programme on behalf of Co-Creation Hub, said the engagement level among participants demonstrated the growing interest among educators to adopt technology-driven approaches in teaching.The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. The initiative comes amid concerns over Nigeria’s education challenges and the need to improve digital skills among teachers. UNESCO has identified Nigeria as having one of the world’s largest populations of out-of-school children, while education advocates have increasingly highlighted the importance of strengthening the capacity of teachers already working within the system.A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. A 2022 survey by the Brookings Institution found that fewer than 30 per cent of teachers in sub-Saharan Africa had received digital skills training, highlighting the gap in technology readiness among educators.Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes. Through the SAIL Teachers Programme, organisers said they aim to develop a cohort of educators capable of applying artificial intelligence tools responsibly to improve teaching and learning outcomes.