We’re thrilled to share that Ozobot has been shortlisted for a 2025 BETT Award in the Free Digital Content, App or Open Educational Resource category—an incredible honor that recognizes innovation and impact in education technology.
Our nomination highlights the Ozobot AI Lesson Module, a collection of 11 free AI lessons built for learners ages 8–18 and available to all educators through Ozobot Classroom.
About the AI Lesson Module
The AI Lesson Module was created to help students learn with AI and about AI—not as a distant concept, but as something they can see, test, and understand through hands-on robotics.
Hosted in Ozobot Classroom and fully free for teachers and learners, this module introduces core AI concepts such as machine learning, bias, computer vision, and large language models (LLMs) through activities that blend coding, inquiry, ethics, and real-world problem-solving.
Students explore questions like:
- How do self-driving cars make decisions?
- What causes bias in healthcare algorithms?
- How do machines detect patterns—or get them wrong?
- What responsibilities come with building and using AI?
By combining on-screen coding in Ozobot Editor, color-code robotics, and age-appropriate discussions around ethics and society, these lessons empower students to engage with AI both confidently and critically.
Why the Module Stands Out
The Ozobot AI Lesson Module is one of the first comprehensive and free AI + robotics resources designed specifically for school-age learners. What sets it apart:
Real-World AI Contexts
Students encounter authentic examples—autonomous driving, algorithmic bias, LLMs, computer vision—making AI relevant and approachable.
Hands-On Robotics
Abstract ideas become tangible as students code Ozobot robots to simulate AI behaviors, deepening understanding through experimentation.
Built-In Ethics and Critical Thinking
Lessons like AI on Trial invite students to debate fairness, accountability, and AI’s role in society, helping them build thoughtful digital citizenship.
Designed for Ages 8–18
Activities are scaffolded across upper primary and secondary levels, ensuring progression as students’ skills grow.
Built for Classrooms, Clubs, and Independent Learning
The AI Lesson Module supports computing, STEM, and cross-curricular outcomes with:
- Foundational AI concepts (prediction, classification, pattern recognition, decision-making)
- Links to science, maths, engineering, literacy, and social studies
- Open-ended challenges that promote creativity, inquiry, and problem-solving
Teachers can run lessons directly from Ozobot Classroom or download supporting materials. Students can work individually, in pairs, or collaboratively—whether in school, at home, or in after-school clubs.
Accessible for Parents and Learners at Home
Lessons are written in student-friendly language and include printable activity sheets, making them easy for families to use outside of school. Features include:
- Independent exploration: Students can learn on their own with minimal adult supervision.
- Family dialogue prompts: Ethical debates and creative projects spark conversations at home.
- Low-tech options: Color Code activities ensure access even without screens.
Inclusive, Accessible, and Easy for Teachers
The module was designed to reduce barriers to AI education:
- Differentiation for a wide range of learners
- Downloadable & printable resources
- Browser-optimized lessons that require no student accounts
- GDPR-aligned and safe for schools
Teachers can launch lessons with minimal prep, making it a practical addition to daily instruction.
Looking Ahead
Being shortlisted for a BETT Award is a meaningful acknowledgement of our commitment to expanding access to high-quality STEM and AI education.
Most importantly, this nomination celebrates the educators and learners bringing these lessons to life—sparking curiosity, creativity, and confidence with emerging technologies.
The Ozobot AI Lesson Module is available now for free in Ozobot Classroom and will be on display at the BETT Show in London, UK, January 21-23 at Ozobot’s stand, NG20.
