Bandar Enstek, Negeri Sembilan | 13–14 October 2026

ISTIC and IPG Kampus Pendidikan Teknik (IPGKPT) brought together 37 participants from 13 institutions for a two-day Training Workshop on AI Education, held from 13 to 14 October 2026 at IPGKPT, Bandar Enstek, Negeri Sembilan.

The workshop marked a pilot implementation and review of the AI Education Modules, an initiative that began in 2024. It brought together lecturers, schoolteachers, students and institutional staff to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) concepts can be introduced into teaching and learning, particularly within the Malaysian education context.

Developed to strengthen educators’ understanding of AI and its practical applications, the training covered four interconnected modules: Understanding AI, Unplugged Activities, Coding Activities and Cyber-physical Applications. Through guided discussions, hands-on exercises and practical demonstrations, participants explored AI fundamentals and how these concepts can be translated into classroom learning.

From AI fundamentals to classroom applications

The sessions progressed from understanding basic AI concepts and computer-free activities to block-based programming using MakeCode and micro. Participants also explored machine perception through HuskyLens 2 and robotics learning kits, gaining practical exposure to how AI, programming and physical technologies work together.

Beyond the technical components, the workshop incorporated microteaching, AI-integrated lesson planning and reflection. These activities encouraged participants to consider how the modules could be adapted to different learning environments and incorporated into their respective teaching practices.

The programme was facilitated by contributors from ISTIC, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), the Curriculum Development Division (BPK) of the Ministry of Education Malaysia, and IPGKPT, bringing together expertise in AI education, teacher training and curriculum development.

Strengthening the modules through practical feedback

As a pilot programme, the workshop provided an opportunity to assess the modules through participant engagement, facilitator observations and post-workshop feedback.

Participants recognised the value of hands-on learning, while also identifying areas for improvement, including session duration, instructional guidance, opportunities for practical exercises and equipment preparation.

These observations will inform the continued refinement of the AI Education Modules, particularly in strengthening activity instructions, teaching approaches, equipment requirements and classroom implementation.

Building educators’ capacity for AI education

The collaboration between ISTIC and IPGKPT reflects a shared commitment to strengthening educators’ capacity to navigate the evolving field of artificial intelligence.

As AI becomes increasingly relevant to education and society, preparing educators to introduce its concepts, applications and implications in meaningful ways is an important part of building AI literacy among learners.

Through continued collaboration with teacher training institutions and education stakeholders, ISTIC supports capacity building in science, technology and innovation, contributing to more accessible and practical approaches to AI education.