A New Era for AI in Education: Launch of the National Academy for AI Instruction in NYC
A new chapter in education begins with the launch of the National Academy for AI Instruction in New York City. Backed by $23 million from Microsoft, OpenAI, and Anthropic, the academy aims to train 400,000 K–12 teachers in the ethical and effective use of AI in classrooms. Led by the AFT and UFT, the initiative empowers educators to integrate AI tools while maintaining control over pedagogy, fostering responsible innovation in the future of learning.