BTK Academy Expands Free Online Education with 23 New Courses, Emphasizing AI
Ankara, January 11 – Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, announced that BTK Academy, Turkey’s largest national online education platform, has introduced 23 new free and certified courses. A significant focus of these new offerings is artificial intelligence, with 18 of the courses dedicated to this rapidly evolving field.
Commitment to Accessible and Free Education
In a written statement, Minister Uraloğlu highlighted that the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) continues its efforts to provide equal and free access to education for all citizens through BTK Academy. “As Turkey’s largest national online education platform, BTK Academy has now offered 23 new, completely free, and certified training programs to our citizens,” Uraloğlu stated.
He further elaborated on the diverse range of these comprehensive courses, which span from social sciences to software development, artificial intelligence, and digital productivity tools. The objective is to enhance the knowledge and skills of participants at all levels.
Artificial Intelligence Takes Center Stage
Minister Uraloğlu specifically drew attention to the fact that 18 out of the 23 new courses are concentrated on artificial intelligence. This strategic focus underscores the growing importance of AI in the modern technological landscape.
Key AI-focused courses include:
- Mathematical Foundations of Machine Learning
- Machine Learning Algorithms with Matlab
- Current Artificial Intelligence Applications
- Voice Assistant Workshop with Large Language Models (LLM)
- Computer Vision Practices with YOLO
- Developing Artificial Intelligence Agents with Platforms
- Presentation Preparation with Generative Artificial Intelligence
These programs are designed to equip participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field of artificial intelligence, preparing them for the demands of the digital age.
BTK Academy’s Vision for the Future
The continuous expansion of BTK Academy’s course catalog reflects its commitment to fostering a skilled workforce and promoting digital literacy across Turkey. By offering these high-quality, free, and certified educational opportunities, the platform aims to empower individuals to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world.
The initiative is expected to contribute significantly to Turkey’s digital transformation goals by making advanced technological education accessible to a broader audience, thereby strengthening the nation’s human capital in critical areas such as artificial intelligence.
Source: DHA
