Today, artificial intelligence (AI) is actively making its way into various areas of our lives, creating new opportunities for the education system as well. It can help reduce teachers’ workload, take into account each child’s individual abilities and needs, and improve the quality of education. In this regard, Abai University and Qazaq AI Research University have launched a joint initiative.

On November 6, 2026, a meeting of representatives from the two higher education institutions was held at Qazaq AI Research University to discuss the development of new educational programmes integrating artificial intelligence and pedagogy. The main goal of the meeting was to prepare future teachers to use not only traditional teaching methods but also modern technologies effectively in the educational process. To this end, the universities plan to develop two joint educational programmes based on the AI+X model.

The first programme, “Special Education and Artificial Intelligence,” is designed to train specialists who work with children with special educational needs. Artificial intelligence and digital technologies can help take into account each child’s individual characteristics and create a supportive learning environment tailored to their needs. Future specialists will learn how to use intelligent tools to improve teaching methods and approaches.

The second programme, “Intelligent Technologies in Early Childhood Education,” focuses on introducing modern digital tools into the educational process in preschool institutions. Students will learn to apply innovative methods to develop children’s cognitive abilities and create a modern educational environment through the use of advanced technologies.

What exactly is the AI+X model? In simple terms, it is an approach that combines artificial intelligence with a particular profession or professional field. For example, in education, AI can assist teachers in preparing learning materials, assessing children’s knowledge and organising the learning process more effectively.

These educational programmes will enable future teachers to strengthen their digital literacy, master new technologies, develop critical thinking skills and learn to address professional challenges using modern approaches. This is particularly important because today’s labour market increasingly demands specialists who not only have strong expertise in their chosen field but can also use technology effectively.

The cooperation between Abai University and Qazaq AI Research University marks an important step towards modernising teacher education. By bringing together the academic and research expertise of the two universities, the initiative creates new opportunities to train a new generation of specialists who meet the demands of the modern world.

Most importantly, artificial intelligence should not replace teachers. Its purpose is to make their work easier and help ensure quality education for every child. Therefore, the harmonious combination of human expertise and the capabilities of artificial intelligence will play a particularly important role in shaping the education system of the future.

Abai University Media Centre