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NGO trains Kwara teachers,administrators on AI

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A Kwara-based non-profit organization, Pristine SACC Education and Technology Initiative (P-SACC), has trained 30 teachers and school administrators in Ilorin, the state capital, on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in educational activities.

The Executive Director of Pristine SACC, Mrs Umar Aisha, explained that the training, themed ‘AI Guidance for Schools,’ aimed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills to effectively incorporate AI tools into their teaching and administrative practices.
Aisha disclosed that the programme was part of her organisation’s commitment to advancing education through technology, ensuring that teachers and school leaders are prepared to navigate the digital age.
She further noted that AI has the potential to revolutionise the education sector, making it crucial for educators to embrace relevant AI innovations to stay ahead and make impact.  “During the training, participants were introduced to various AI applications that can enhance classroom learning, streamline school management, and improve student outcomes,” she added.
Speaking at the programme, Dr. Adeseko Sunday Olaifa, an ICT expert and lecturer at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, explored the usage of AI in schools, its associated risks, and how to ensure responsible usage in schools. According to him, AI has the power to enhance the productivity of educationists and ensure personalised learning for students as well as streamlining administrative tasks.
He, however, noted that while AI offers immense benefits for schools, there are several risks associated with its usage, such as data privacy issues, potential overreliance, and diminished critical thinking.
In order to mitigate these potential risks, Dr. Olaifa suggested a framework that can be adopted by schools in order to protect school administrators, teachers, and students while utilising AI regardless of its types.
Abdullah AbdulRahman, the Partnerships Manager at P-SACC, facilitated an engaging session on prompt engineering, a critical aspect of effective AI usage.
He underscored the importance of providing clear context and ensuring specificity when using AI for school-related activities. This approach, he explained, not only safeguards data but also enables AI to deliver tailored solutions instead of generic responses resulting from vague prompts.
Earlier in his address, the Programme Director of the organisation, Sodiq Ajala, the Partnerships Director, emphasised that AI in schools is designed to complement the efforts of educational stakeholders, not replace them. “AI will not replace teachers. Rather, it will replace teachers who fail to adapt with those who embrace it,” he stated.
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