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Unprecedented Training for Public School Teachers: MEC Opens Over 40 Thousand Slots in Free Online Artificial Intelligence Course for Basic Education Teachers!
Have you heard about that course that the MEC just opened with over 40 thousand slots for teachers all over Brazil? Yes, it exists and could be the chance you were waiting for to master the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom. Pay attention: it’s completely online, free of charge, and has a nationally recognized certificate. So it’s really worth paying attention now because I will explain everything in detail.
The Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), joining forces with the Open University of Brazil (UAB) and with support from the coordination of CAPES/MEC, launched the announcement for the extension course “AI for Basic Education Educators: Digital Skills and Pedagogical Innovation”. Services and Information of Brazil.
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There are 40,250 free slots, completely online courses, aimed especially at teachers from public schools and undergraduate students.
The goal? To train you to creatively and responsibly use AI tools in the classroom with a solid grounding in pedagogical practice.
Course Overview: Structure and Content
- Duration: 10 weeks (total of 30 hours)
- Units: 4 study blocks (each with activities, videos, and assessments)
- Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
- Identification of Educational Problems
- Fluency in Educational Data
- Solving Pedagogical Problems
- AI Tools Applied to Education
In addition, there will be learning about prompt engineering, use of free tools, critical reflection on risks and opportunities, and a final practical project (lesson planning, videos, quizzes).
Interestingly, those who engage significantly may gain access to a Phase 2 of the Course, with another 30 hours and real-time tutoring for up to 20 thousand participants.
Check Below Who Can Participate and Who Gets In If There Are Extra Slots:
Eligible to enroll:
- Basic education teachers from public schools;
- Teachers from the EBTT career (basic, technical, and technological education);
- Students from undergraduate programs linked to UAB.
If there are still slots available, technicians from municipal or state education departments and CAPES staff may also participate.
It is important to highlight: the selection will be made in order of registration, provided you meet all the requirements of the announcement.
At the time of enrollment, documents such as ID, CPF, proof of teaching activity, or enrollment in the course will be required, all in digital format (PDF).
Schedule You Need to Remember
| Stage | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of Announcement | September 8, 2025 |
| Enrollment Period | Until 10/10/2025 |
| Preliminary Results | October 21, 2025 |
| Appeal Period | October 22-26, 2025 |
| Final Results | October 30, 2025 |
| Course Start | November 3, 2025 |
Stay tuned: the announcement has already been published and is available for full consultation HERE.
How to Enroll, Step by Step
- Access the SIGAA of UFRN (sigaa.ufrn.br), go to “Extension → View Courses or Events” and find the course “AI for Basic Education Educators”.
- Or enter through Gov.br, searching for the service “Enroll in Extension Actions – UFRN” and clicking “Start”.
- Register or log in with your Gov.br account; authorize the sharing of data with UFRN.
- Fill out the online form and attach the required documents (front/back of ID, CPF or equivalent document, proof of link as a teacher or student, etc.).
- Wait for the announcement of the results (preliminary, appeals, and final results).
Remember: this enrollment is free and there are no fees involved. Got questions? Check below for the step-by-step on how to enroll:
Why It’s Worth Enrolling in This Course?
- You acquire a skill increasingly demanded in education: integrating smart technologies into lessons.
- The certificate issued after completion is valid nationwide, which can strengthen your resume.
- The course is offered by a reputable public institution (UFRN) and supported by MEC/CAPES, which adds institutional credibility.
- Those who complete the first module can compete for Phase 2 with more content and personalized tutoring.
- You will be able to develop real projects with AI to directly apply in your school, creating lessons, quizzes, videos, all integrated.
“The idea is to transform technology into an ally of teaching, promoting innovation and accessible digital methodologies,” stated the coordination of the Institute Metrópole Digital (UFRN).
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