NSF Awards $11M for K-12 AI Teacher Training

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded an $11 million grant to the Computer Science Teachers Association ^[1]. This funding establishes the "AI Professional Development Weeks" program for K-12 educators ^[2]. The initiative focuses on helping teachers master core artificial intelligence concepts across nine states ^[1]. The project aims to provide foundational AI literacy to hundreds of thousands of students ^[1]. By equipping teachers with these skills, the NSF hopes to bridge gaps in computer science education nationwide ^[2]. This program ensures that classroom technology instruction keeps pace with evolving digital standards ^[1].