Raspberry Pi Foundation

We are excited to share our report on the impact of the 2023/24 Astro Pi Challenge. Earlier this year we conducted surveys and focus groups with mentors who took part in the Astro Pi Challenge, to understand the value and impact the challenge offers to young people and mentors. You can read the full report…

The post Five reasons to join the Astro Pi Challenge, backed by our impact report appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

AI, machine learning (ML), and data science infuse our daily lives, from the recommendation functionality on music apps to technologies that influence our healthcare, transport, education, defence, and more. What jobs will be affected by AL, ML, and data science remains to be seen, but it is increasingly clear that students will need to learn…

The post How can we teach students about AI and data science? Join our 2025 seminar series to learn more about the topic appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, and education is no exception. AI-driven development environments (AIDEs), like GitHub Copilot, are opening up new possibilities, and educators and researchers are keen to understand how these tools impact students learning to code.  In our 50th research seminar, Nicholas Gardella, a PhD candidate at the University of Virginia, shared…

The post Does AI-assisted coding boost novice programmers’ skills or is it just a shortcut? appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

Have you heard of ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude, but haven’t tried any of them yourself? Navigating the world of large language models (LLMs) might feel a bit daunting. However, with the right approach, these tools can really enhance your teaching and make classroom admin and planning easier and quicker.  That’s where the OCEAN prompting process…

The post Ocean Prompting Process: How to get the results you want from an LLM appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

It’s been over a year since we launched Ada Computer Science, and we continue to see the numbers of students and teachers using the platform all around the world grow. Our recent year in review shared some of the key developments we’ve made since launching, many of which are a direct result of feedback from…

The post Ada Computer Science: What have we learnt so far appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

We love hearing from members of the community and sharing the stories of amazing young people, volunteers, and educators who are using their passion for technology to create positive change in the world around them. Prabhath, the founder of the STEMUP Educational Foundation, began his journey into technology at an early age, influenced by his…

The post Celebrating the community: Prabhath appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

During this year’s annual Digital Learning Week conference in September, UNESCO launched their AI competency frameworks for students and teachers.  What is the AI competency framework for students?  The UNESCO competency framework for students serves as a guide for education systems across the world to help students develop the necessary skills in AI literacy and…

The post Exploring how well Experience AI maps to UNESCO’s AI competency framework for students appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

As computing technologies continue to rapidly evolve in today’s digital world, computing education is becoming increasingly essential. Arto Hellas and Juho Leinonen, researchers at Aalto University in Finland, are exploring how innovative teaching methods can equip students with the computing skills they need to stay ahead. In particular, they are looking at how generative AI…

The post Using generative AI to teach computing: Insights from research appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

Worldwide, the use of generative AI systems and related technologies is transforming our lives. From marketing and social media to education and industry, these technologies are being used everywhere, even if it isn’t obvious. Yet, despite the growing availability and use of generative AI tools, governments are still working out how and when to regulate…

The post Teaching about AI in schools: Take part in our Research and Educator Community Symposium appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.

We’re pleased to share a new collection of Code Club projects designed to introduce creators to the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). These projects bring the latest technology to your Code Club in fun and inspiring ways, making AI and ML engaging and accessible for young people. We’d like to…

The post Introducing new artificial intelligence and machine learning projects for Code Clubs appeared first on Raspberry Pi Foundation.