In May of this year, founder-led group Tesonet launched a nationwide initiative to provide Lithuanian schools with free access to two advanced AI tools: nexos.ai and Hostinger Horizons. The goal behind this initiative is to familiarize both teachers and students in grades 9 to 12 with the latest developments in AI, ensuring Lithuania's competitiveness on the world stage.
As of October 7, more than 250 schools have registered to participate, representing more than 40,000 students and 500 teachers.
Registered schools already have access to nexos.ai, an all-in-one AI platform that integrates the latest AI models, and Hostinger Horizons, an AI-powered website creation tool. The first dedicated onboarding event was held in Vilnius and Kaunas from October 7th to 9th, where teachers were trained on how to effectively integrate these tools into their classrooms.
Due to high interest and active involvement from schools and greater impact, registration for this initiative will continue to be accepted throughout the academic year for all teachers and schools in Lithuania.
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Simona Laiconaitė, Director of the Tesonet Foundation, a progressive initiatives fund, emphasizes that change in education does not happen automatically, but is driven by the leadership and decisions of schools and their administrators. “Current figures show that approximately one in three students in grades 9 to 12 will take part in this project. Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and the ability to keep up with it, understand and exploit its potential is essential if individuals, businesses and countries are to remain competitive and foster creativity. Registration is therefore open throughout the year, giving new schools access to this initiative.”
The initiative will enable students to experiment and create their first digital business ideas, encouraging entrepreneurship and future founders by providing access to Lithuania's cutting-edge AI tools. At the same time, it supports teachers by improving the quality of teaching and promoting a more engaging and creative learning environment. “Focus groups with teachers conducted in the summer confirmed that AI acts as an assistant. It helps create more creative projects and tasks, supports the emotional preparation of students during lessons, and significantly reduces the burden of administrative work,” added S. Raikonaite.
“The success of this project depends primarily on the involvement of schools and teachers. Students are already using AI, but it is important to integrate it meaningfully into the learning process. Not all students have access to these technologies, so it is also important to ensure equal opportunities. Generation AI will promote the use of AI not only in leisure, but also in education and entrepreneurship,” said Simona.
Laura Massiliauskaite, director of the organization Šwietimas #1. “In the future, countries with education systems that always look ahead and adapt to the skills children will need when they leave school will be successful.Widely known for its excellent education system, Estonia will launch a national AI For Lithuania to remain competitive, it is essential that school leaders and teachers take the lead, and that external initiatives provide not only technological tools but also guidance on how to use them to improve learning outcomes.Research shows that a 1% improvement in the quality of education can lead to an annual economic growth rate of 0.4% to 2.8%.
The long-term vision of the Generation AI initiative is to improve educational standards in Lithuania by integrating AI into learning processes, promoting more effective and personalized learning, and reducing technological inequalities.
This program was initiated by us and is funded by the Tesonet Foundation. A progressive initiatives fund that aims to drive long-term change through education, innovation and investment in high-impact social projects. Funded and managed by Tesonet, the foundation also strives to foster a culture of philanthropy in Lithuania and implement global best practices within local communities.
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