1,400 educators joined our Badge-a-thon: Day of AI Learning.
Google’s AI Educator Series hosted a 10-hour live Badge-a-thon for educators, who earned over 4,000 digital badges while learning classroom AI tools.
The Google AI Educator Series organized its first Badge-a-thon, a 10-hour live event designed to help educators gain hands-on experience with AI tools in the classroom. Over 1,400 teachers participated, engaging in activities that moved them from hesitation to active use of AI workflows. The event focused on practical applications such as designing rubrics and improving reading comprehension, ensuring immediate classroom relevance.
Educators earned more than 4,000 digital badges by completing sessions, which also provided pathways to convert credits into continuing education units or graduate credits. The live format encouraged real-time interaction, allowing teachers to ask questions and share ideas with peers and experts. Sessions were structured to build confidence in using AI tools effectively in educational settings.
For those unable to attend live, all 20 on-demand sessions remain available on the YouTube channel for self-paced learning. The event organizers also provided a “Badge-a-thon in a Box” toolkit, enabling educators to host similar local professional development sessions with their staff. This resource supports scaling the learning experience beyond the initial event.
The initiative is part of Google’s broader effort to equip educators with AI skills through structured, badge-based learning pathways. Teachers are encouraged to claim their first badge immediately and check the calendar for upcoming regional sessions tailored to different time zones and needs.