Prodigy Learning and Minecraft Education have launched 'AI Ready Skills', a new global learning, assessment, and credentialing product available through Microsoft and channel resellers.

'AI Ready Skills' is the third initiative from this partnership, following previous offerings focused on coding and cybersecurity education.

The program aims to engage diverse learners through game-based learning, providing educators with a comprehensive curriculum to prepare students for future workforce needs.

As students progress through the program, they earn industry-recognized credentials, enhancing their motivation and learning experience.

Andrew Flood, CEO of Prodigy Learning, stressed the importance of empowering educators to equip students with essential AI skills for the evolving job market.

The curriculum adopts a modern approach, preparing educators to equip students for careers in an AI-driven job market.

The 'AI Ready Skills' program consists of four units: Understanding AI, Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Responsible AI, culminating in a capstone exam that awards a certificate and digital badge.

The demand for AI skills is rapidly increasing, with reports indicating that job postings for AI roles are growing significantly faster than for other positions.

Designed solely for educational purposes, the product aims to foster economic opportunities through AI literacy.

Educational systems in regions such as Alaska, North Carolina, Washington State, Northern Ireland, and New South Wales, Australia, are already implementing these programs.

Allison Matthews, Head of Minecraft Education at Microsoft, emphasized the commitment to providing innovative learning solutions that prepare students for success in an AI-centric world.

The announcement of this program was made at BETT UK in London, marking a significant milestone in the partnership that began in May 2024.