Microsoft Elevate for Educators

Join global communities for educators and school leaders

Expanded community programs with access to credentials, global communities, and capacity building resources.

Recognition

Stand out with digital badges and recognition on our website - celebrating your impact and innovation.

Exclusive resources

Access members-only webinars, newsletters, and curated learning - built for your pathway.

Growth opportunities

New ways to learn, lead, and be recognized - with new school system recognition joining expanded educator and school pathways.

Microsoft Elevate Educator

Visionary educators that are always learning, growing, and collaborating with others to create positive change in education. They use Microsoft technologies and innovative teaching practices to enhance student engagement, creativity, and collaboration.

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Educator collaborating with students using Microsoft technology

Microsoft Elevate School

A community of pioneering institutions and their leaders that exemplify the transformative power of technology in teaching and learning. These schools and school systems are recognized for their innovative use of Microsoft tools and resources to support future-ready learners.

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Showcase School recognized for innovative teaching with Microsoft tools

CREDENTIALS

Elevate your skills

Tap into powerful resources and receive credentials.

Credential

AI Literacy for Educators

The AI Literacy for Educators credential pathway, co-created by ISTE+ASCD and Microsoft Elevate, equips educators with the knowledge and practices needed to navigate artificial intelligence in education with confidence, clarity, and responsibility.

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Learning platform

Microsoft Learn Educator Center

Explore learning pathways and courses on how to use artificial intelligence (AI) and other tools for teaching and learning with Microsoft. Dive deep with interactive lessons that help meet your goals.

› Explore the Learn Educator Center

Learning platform

Unlock AI for Special Education

Discover how AI can help educators save time, create accessible materials, and improve family communication - all while honoring professional judgement and student needs.

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Learning platform

AI Skills Navigator

Unlock new opportunities with AI skills that are in demand now and in the future. Use AI to find the learning path that is right for you, includes content for educators.

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Gamified learning

Learn AI with Minecraft Education

Designed to empower students, educators, and families with a fundamental understanding of how AI works and how to use AI tools responsibly. Minecraft AI Foundations and professional development opportunities makes learning about AI empowering and fun.

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Events

For educators and school leaders

Microsoft Education Events

Discover curated events and learning experiences and explore innovative solutions tailored to education scenarios.

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Live training

Global Training Partners

Connect with one of our trusted partners to get trained on products and services that can help transform teaching and learning at your institution.,

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CAPACITY BUILDING RESOURCES

Reimagine education with these resources

Research, toolkits, and training events to support school systems navigating the AI era.

For educators and school leaders

Microsoft Education Events

Discover curated events and learning experiences and explore innovative solutions tailored to education scenarios.

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For school leaders

AI in Education Report

Research insights about AI and its impact in education. Learn about how AI is being used, how different audiences feel about it, and what skills are essential for the AI era.

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For education leaders

Microsoft Education AI Toolkit

A navigator for educational institutions to plan their AI journey. The AI Toolkit helps education leaders advance their use of generative AI with knowledge, strategies, and tips, tailored to different stages of their AI journeys. Learn about frameworks, guidelines, real-world examples, and much more.

› Explore the AI Toolkit

For educators

AI Classroom toolkit

Access ready-to-use instructional materials designed to assist educators in initiating important conversations about responsible AI practices in the classroom, intended for students aged 13-15 years old.

› Get the classroom toolkit

For educational leaders

Learning outcomes with GenAI in the classroom

This report presents a review of recent empirical evidence of generative AI (GenAI) impact on learning outcomes in formal education. Get the latest research to help ensure educators can use AI responsibly to deliver positive learning outcomes.

› Read the report on GenAI in the classroom

For educators and school leaders

Empowering others

Discover Microsoft Education’s resources designed to help educators save time, teach responsibly with AI, and enhance student learning. Access quick-start guides to responsible AI products designed with educators in mind.,

› Learn more about AI products for education

Sonia Wadhwa, India

School Principal and Additional Director IT of Salwan Education Trust
"Our journey with the Microsoft Showcase School program has been truly impactful. Guided by the Microsoft Education digital framework, we brought all our stakeholders onto the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, and what I see today is a real shift. Our teachers feel confident, supported, and empowered. They often tell me that this single sign-on system has made their work easier, life simpler, and more efficient."

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Group of Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts collaborating

Microsoft Elevate Educators - Expert

These experts are recognized for their exceptional use of Microsoft tools and resources to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Microsoft Showcase Schools recognized for innovation

Microsoft Elevate Schools - Showcase

These schools are recognized for their innovative use of Microsoft tools and resources to create dynamic and engaging learning environments.

Microsoft Innovative Educator Fellows sharing expertise

Microsoft Elevate Educators - Fellow

A select group of Microsoft Elevate Educators who actively share their expertise and insights, focused on enhancing education through technology.

Microsoft Incubator Schools beginning their transformation journey

Microsoft Elevate Schools - Pathfinder

These schools are beginning their transformation journey, poised for global collaboration and lasting impact.