OpenAI announced on October 15, 2026, that its AI for Educators course was available in Brazilian Portuguese through OpenAI Academy, the company's free learning platform. The announcement coincided with Teachers' Day in Brazil. The course is intended to help educators understand ways to use ChatGPT in teaching and classroom preparation.
OpenAI described the release as a language expansion of an existing course rather than the launch of a new AI model or a separate classroom product. The company's announcement also featured a campaign focused on teachers' role in helping students learn through questions. It emphasised the value of educators who identify misunderstandings, introduce new ways of approaching a topic and guide learners toward understanding.
Making training available in another language can help teachers engage with AI guidance in a language they use professionally or personally. For educators, the practical challenge is not simply learning how to generate materials with a chatbot; it is deciding whether those materials fit learning objectives, checking their accuracy and ensuring students continue to develop their own reasoning.
OpenAI's announcement confirmed the Brazilian Portuguese availability through OpenAI Academy. It did not provide a separate completion deadline or a timetable for additional language releases in that announcement. Educators interested in the course can consult OpenAI Academy for its current course details and availability.