We are one of the leading educational institutions in Turkey with approximately 1700 students from different age groups and nearly 550 teachers and colleagues. We are one of the leading educational institutions in Turkey with approximately 1700 students from different age groups and nearly 550 teachers and colleagues.Guided by a strategic approach that emphasizes continuous development and ethical considerations, we at Açı Schools continue to passionately follow advancements in the field of artificial intelligence. Our efforts to integrate artificial intelligence into education began primarily with training and consultancy processes aimed at equipping our students and teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge. Informative seminars and guidance activities were also implemented to ensure the conscious and active participation of our parents in this transformation process.
At the center of our strategy lies collaboration with individuals and institutions specializing in artificial intelligence technologies. These institutions and individuals serve as valuable resources that help us overcome the complexities of AI applications while enabling us to comprehensively evaluate the benefits and potential disadvantages of artificial intelligence. Through meticulous evaluation processes, we weigh the advantages of artificial intelligence against any ethical concerns or risks, striving to provide a balanced perspective on artificial intelligence.
In this regard, our collaboration initially began with AI and learning expert Prof. Dr. Mutlu Çukurova, starting with insightful presentations on “Artificial Intelligence in Education” at our Açı Schools 25th Anniversary Conference held on April 20, 2024. In the 2024–2025 academic year, under the leadership of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şebnem Özdemir, regular and planned training sessions covering all levels of our school were conducted throughout the year. During the same process, the Artificial Intelligence Policy Committee, formed by teachers from our school, carried out work throughout the year under the leadership of Ms. Şebnem Özdemir to establish our institutional AI policy and prepared our policy document. In the 2025–2026 academic year, efforts to develop and support our artificial intelligence framework were carried out under the consultancy of Mr. Mutlu Çukurova. Our AI initiatives, which are based on the UNESCO AI Competency Framework, are addressed primarily in ICT classes and across all disciplines through an interdisciplinary approach. In the 2026–2027 academic year, with the training sessions we will receive on the use of artificial intelligence in education with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Selçuk Doğan, it is aimed to enhance our teachers’ competence regarding the ethical and pedagogical use of artificial intelligence.
Furthermore, our ICT teachers have carried out studies to help all our teachers become familiar with AI applications and use them in their classes, and they are planning new training sessions aligned with our principle of continuous development in line with current technological developments. Additionally, our goals include developing strategies for the use of artificial intelligence technologies in all areas across the institution to ensure that our students, teachers, and parents can most effectively utilize the contributions of AI to education and training processes and ensure its place in both their current and future lives, as well as increasing AI applications that will support students’ individual learning needs and development.
Ethical considerations are paramount in our approach to artificial intelligence integration. We move forward with a commitment to the principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability. Our goal is not only to leverage artificial intelligence for the enrichment of education, but also to do so in a way that protects the rights and dignity of all individuals. This requires rigorous measures to prevent bias or discrimination, as well as transparent practices that ensure stakeholders understand how AI systems work and the data they use.
Moreover, by observing the principle of equality in the institutional integration of artificial intelligence, we attach great importance to progressing simultaneously with the stakeholders in our entire school community. Through targeted interventions and proactive measures, we aim to mitigate potential inequalities that may arise from the use of AI by ensuring equal access to learning opportunities and resources for all students.
At the center of our artificial intelligence strategy also lies the development of digital citizenship and technology literacy among our students. We recognize that artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping the world we live in, and having the knowledge and skills to navigate this environment responsibly is essential. By integrating artificial intelligence into our curriculum, we encourage critical thinking and ethical decision-making, empowering our students to become informed and engaged digital citizens.
Our approach to artificial intelligence at school is guided by the principles of continuous improvement, ethical integrity, and innovation in education. Through strategic planning, collaboration with experts, and our steadfast commitment to our core principles, we strive to lay the foundation for a future where artificial intelligence enriches and empowers the educational experiences of all our students, teachers, and parents.
You can access our updated artificial intelligence policy document as of October 2026 below.