Presently, the advent of artificial intelligence has created a rift in society, with two distinct groups emerging: advocates who embrace the potential of AI to positively transform lives and skeptics who harbor concerns over its development, with the most alarming fear being the potential destruction of human civilization. Nevertheless, it is evident that artificial intelligence has permeated various facets of society, with an ever-expanding array of services relying on this technology.

A noteworthy observation is that students and apprentices are increasingly engaging with AI-driven services, often without a complete grasp of its underlying principles, effective application, or potential risks. Consequently, it becomes crucial to equip future educators with sufficient expertise in this domain, enabling them to assist their students in safely and purposefully utilizing AI-based services to attain specific objectives.

The article analyzes the research and recommendations concerning AI's integration in education. We highlight essential aspects that must be emphasized during the training of prospective teachers in the fundamentals of artificial intelligence. Additionally, various applications of AI within the educational process. are proposed. The suggested structure can serve as the foundation for a standalone module or be further expanded into a comprehensive educational discipline.