Development of a Curriculum for Preservice Teachers to Improve Artificial Intelligence Competency

With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), AI proficiency has become vital for teachers and learners in educational settings. Although preservice teachers acknowledge AI’s educational potential, they also express concerns regarding the technical challenges and integration of AI in teaching. In response, the Ministry of Education has mandated curriculum revisions in national universities to enhance AI and digital textbook competencies among preservice teachers. This study proposes to develop a program within university curricula aimed at developing the AI competencies of preservice teachers in the field of art education. Leveraging the curriculum of G National University of Education, elements from the Ministry’s “2024 Teacher Qualification Examination Practical Handbook” were incorporated into the Art Education I and II courses. Based on “AI·Digital Competency Structure for Art Teachers,” Art Education I—a required course for sophomores—integrates AI and digital competencies in 8 of its 15 sessions. The targeted sub-competencies include basic AI knowledge, digital device use, understanding social and educa tional implications, problem-solving, digital etiquette, protection of personal information and copyright, and evaluation of digital information in art.