Artificial intelligence is gradually moving beyond a standalone technology for IT specialists and becoming part of everyday education. In Kazakhstan, AI tools are already used in schools, universities, and online platforms: teachers automate routine tasks, students receive personalized recommendations, and curricula are beginning to include the basics of working with AI.
In 2026, the development of digital technologies became one of the key areas of public policy. Against this backdrop, the use of artificial intelligence in education has accelerated noticeably.
ChatGPT Edu will appear in schools and universities
One of the most discussed projects is Kazakhstan’s participation in the international OpenAI Education for Countries program. The country became the first in Central Asia to begin introducing ChatGPT Edu at the education system level.
As part of the initiative, schools and universities are expected to receive more than 165,000 licenses for the educational version of ChatGPT. AI services are expected to help teachers spend less time preparing materials, tests, and checking assignments.
This could reduce teachers’ workload and give them more time to work directly with students. At the same time, AI is viewed as an assistive tool, not a replacement for teachers.
School students are learning how to work with artificial intelligence
The changes affect not only teachers, but students as well. Kazakhstan is gradually introducing programs related to artificial intelligence, digital literacy, and the safe use of AI services.
Special attention is also being paid to teacher training. Educational programs for teachers are being held in cooperation with international initiatives, including Day of AI and MIT. Teachers are introduced to generative AI and shown how to use new tools in the learning process.
Universities are focusing on AI-related specializations
The changes also affect higher education. Kazakhstan has announced the launch of a specialized University of Artificial Intelligence, which is expected to begin teaching students in 2026.
At the same time, major universities are expanding programs in Data Science, machine learning, and data analytics. Universities are also beginning to use AI more actively in research projects and their own educational platforms.
Demand for specialists in artificial intelligence continues to grow, so the education system is gradually adapting to new labor market requirements.
AI is changing the online learning market
EdTech services use neural networks for adaptive learning, automated knowledge assessment, and personalized recommendations.
For example, AI can analyze a student’s level of preparation and suggest tasks of the right difficulty. Some platforms use generative artificial intelligence to explain complex topics in simple language or create individual learning scenarios.
AI assistants for students are also emerging. They help search for information, structure materials, and prepare for exams.
New questions come with new opportunities
As AI becomes more popular in education, discussions around digital inequality and academic integrity are becoming more active.
Experts note that the effectiveness of these technologies depends not only on the services themselves, but also on how thoughtfully they are implemented. Teacher training, access to digital infrastructure, and clear rules for using AI all play an important role.
Another issue is student independence. Educational institutions have to find a balance between using AI as an assistant and situations where neural networks begin to fully replace students’ own work.
AI is gradually becoming part of everyday learning
Today, artificial intelligence is no longer a rare technology limited to the IT sector. In Kazakhstan, AI is being used more actively in schools, universities, and online education.
Neural networks help automate routine tasks, personalize learning, and work with information faster. Judging by the pace of digitalization, AI is likely to become an even more familiar part of the education system in the coming years.