AI technical specialization (MEP + Intel)
Institution: Ministry of Public Education
What it is
3-year curriculum on machine learning, ethics and legal aspects of AI. Started in 4 vocational schools (Santa Ana, Puriscal, Coronado, Calle Blancos).
Verified results
First Latin American country with AI as a formal technical track in secondary education.
Context
Regional milestone achieved through a public-private partnership with Intel. With Intel scaling back its Costa Rica manufacturing footprint, there is an open question on who sustains the curriculum if the lead partner reduces local presence.
Official source
↗ https://www.mep.go.cr/noticias/convenio-mep-e-intel-costa-rica-habilitara-especialidad-inteligencia-artificial-colegios-teRelated projects
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