The “Artificial Intelligence: From Concept to Application” curriculum is an educational programme developed by the Croatian Academic and Research Network – CARNET as part of the BrAIn project. Its aim is to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand artificial intelligence, its applications in everyday life and its impact on society.

Designed for primary and secondary school students, the curricula provide a continuous learning pathway in artificial intelligence, from the upper grades of primary school to the completion of secondary education. Through play, exploration and hands-on activities, students learn about emerging technologies, develop critical thinking skills, and learn how to navigate the digital environment safely and responsibly.

To support teachers taking their first steps in integrating artificial intelligence into the classroom, an Informative Overview of AI Tools for Use in Education is also available, together with key considerations and guidelines for their responsible selection and use. Please note that the resources are in Croatian. Users may use AI-powered translation, transcription, language-support tools, or any other available resources, to assist with understanding, translating, or interpreting the content, if required.

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE:
FROM CONCEPT TO APPLICATION

Elective Subject Curriculum
for 3rd and 4th Grade Secondary School Students

As a partner in the BrAIn project, the Catholic University of Croatia is conducting the first longitudinal study in Croatia (2023-2029) on digital technology usage habits among students, parents, and education professionals, with a focus on the well-being of children and young people. A pilot study conducted during the 2024/2025 school year included primary and secondary school students, their parents, teachers, professional associates, and school principals. It provided initial insights into the ways and frequency of digital tool use, as well as their effects on students’ emotional, social, and cognitive functioning. The research combines quantitative and qualitative approaches and serves both advisory and evaluative roles within the project.

The experimental implementation of the curriculum was simultaneously accompanied by action research involving primary and secondary school teachers from across Croatia, selected through a public call.

Based on the results of the aforementioned research, Recommendations have been developed for students, parents, teachers, principals, and education policymakers, as well as Guidelines for the effective and pedagogically grounded use of AI. A Framework for students’ digital literacy and well-being is also currently being developed.

WEBINAR

Recording of the webinar

The papers cover different approaches to learning and teaching about artificial intelligence, including theoretically oriented introductions to fundamental concepts, practical work with generative tools, the development of digital content, project-based and problem-based learning, and discussions on ethical issues and the impact of new technologies on society. Please note that the resources are in Croatian. Users may use AI-powered translation, transcription, language-support tools, or any other available resources, to assist with understanding, translating, or interpreting the content, if required.

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Proceedings of the examples of good practice