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More Than 120 Free Online Courses for Teachers Are Available. The Itaú Foundation Platform Brings Together Training in Inclusion, Technology, Diversity, and Pedagogical Practices with Digital Certificate.
More than 120 free online courses for teachers are being offered by the Itaú Foundation, in an initiative that aims to broaden access to ongoing training for educators across Brazil. The content is part of the Itaú Foundation School, launched in 2024, and is already establishing itself as one of the largest platforms focused on basic education.
Focusing on inclusion, technology and innovation in pedagogy, the courses are accessible to any professional in the field and allow for self-paced learning. At the end, all participants receive a digital certificate, which strengthens teacher qualifications and can be used for career advancement or complementary activities.
What Courses Are Available?
The Itaú Foundation School offers training that addresses current challenges in education. There are courses on ethnic-racial equity in Early Childhood Education, aimed at anti-racist practices from the early school years. Another highlight is the track Arts with Artificial Intelligence, led by computer scientist Nina da Hora, which discusses the creative and ethical use of AI in the classroom.
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There are also courses on pedagogical support in Early Childhood Education, offering strategies to organize routines, collect learning evidence, and support the holistic development of students. For those interested in technology, the course Artificial Intelligence for Educators presents fundamentals, ethical debates, and digital accessibility practices.
How Do Registrations Work?
All free online courses for teachers on the platform are asynchronous, meaning they can be completed at the most convenient time. The registration process is simple: just access the Itaú Foundation School platform, create an account, and choose the desired courses.
There are no monthly fees or registration costs. Access can be made from anywhere in Brazil, broadening opportunities for teachers from different regions. Upon completing the course, the educator receives a digital certificate recognized as professional training.
Courses That Strengthen Innovation in Education
In addition to training in inclusion and technology, the platform also offers the course Mathematical Mindsets, which combines creative and interactive activities to support students’ logical reasoning and overcome gaps. The program also includes monitoring and evaluation tools aimed at education secretariats.
According to experts, the availability of free online courses for teachers strengthens pedagogical innovation, broadens access to new methodologies, and ensures professional updating in a constantly evolving sector.
And what about you, do you believe that initiatives like this really help to value teaching work? Have you participated in any free online courses for teachers? Share your experience in the comments.
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