Abstract
The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to develop the digital competence of future primary school teachers through the development and implementation of training modules that include theoretical and practical classes. The research methods included the use of AI basics tests and project work, as well as statistical analysis of the results using the Student’s t-test for paired samples. Initial and final tests were conducted among students who participated in the training modules and the control group without the modules. The implemented training modules included theoretical classes, practical exercises and project work. The results of the study showed a significant improvement in the knowledge of students in the main group after the implementation of the training modules. On average, test scores rose from 45 to 75 (out of 100), and average project scores rose from 60 to 85 (out of 100). Statistical analysis revealed significant improvements in knowledge and skills, with average gains being statistically significant (t ≈ 15.8 for testing and t ≈ 10.96 for projects). No significant changes were recorded in the control group. The analysis of the results of the pre- and post-tests showed that the participants who had completed the new modules showed significant improvement in all key aspects of digital competence. In particular, the level of knowledge about using digital tools and platforms for communication and collaboration increased by 30%, and skills in creating multimedia content and managing digital projects improved by 25%. The increase in knowledge of data security and information protection was 20%, indicating the effectiveness of the training modules in raising awareness of the importance of protecting personal information. In addition, it was found that the participants became more confident in solving technical problems, which indicates the practicality of the implemented technologies and their ability to improve self-learning and problem-solving skills. The findings confirmed the effectiveness of AI in developing digital competences in future primary school teachers, which opens up new opportunities for further development and improvement of curricula in this area