One moment. One world. Millions of futures to shape.

Artificial intelligence is already changing how we learn, work, and live. Yet right now, many students are on the sidelines — using AI without understanding how it works, how to use it responsibly, or how to shape what’s coming next.

What if students of all ages could move from watchers to leaders?

What if they didn’t just use AI but helped decide how it changes the world?

Introducing the Hour of AI

Building on over a decade of success with the Hour of Code, our new global initiative launching this fall is designed to help students and educators everywhere take their first step into understanding and creating with AI.

Through hands-on, easy-to-follow activities, learners around the world will demystify AI and imagine what’s possible when they harness it for good.

Because the future isn’t something we wait for.

It’s something we build — together.

Why this matters.

Students are creators, not just users

AI is all around them. Hour of AI empowers students to move from users to creators, building the skills to shape their future with it.

Adults are learners too

This is a moment when everyone is learning about AI simultaneously. You don’t need to be an AI expert to lead Hour of AI. It’s designed for anyone to teach—simple, hands-on, and ready to go.

Participation begins with access

AI literacy should reach every student, in every community, across the globe. This initiative makes sure learners in any country can join.

And yes—AI can be fun

From building in Minecraft to creating AI-generated art, students explore AI through the games and apps they already love.

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Jump in with AI activities

These AI activities build on the same skills as past Hour of Code lessons. They're simple, hands-on, and a familiar way to start exploring AI.

Minecraft: Generation AI

In this fun tutorial, venture through time to create helpful AI-powered inventions. Code with MakeCode blocks or Python and build better AI for all! Available as a free demo in Minecraft Education.

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Music Lab: Jam Session

Remix tracks from artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and Shakira while exploring coding basics like sequencing, functions, and generating beats with AI.

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Dance Party: AI Edition

Learn about artificial intelligence (AI) concepts to create your own virtual dance party showcasing today's top artists. With dozens of songs to choose from, reach every student no matter their music taste. It's time to strut your stuff!