# AI in the classroom: President sees new EdTech firsthand > Source: > Published: 2026-08-26 12:40:00+00:00 # AI in the classroom: President sees new EdTech firsthand Modern approaches to developing the education system were demonstrated to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Wednesday, [Qazinform](https://qazinform.com/) News Agency reports, citing the Akorda press service. On the sidelines of the annual August Conference of Teachers, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev toured the Bilim Bolashagy (Future of Education) exhibition, which showcased cutting-edge approaches to the development of Kazakhstan's education system. Tokayev inspected the Taldau Ortalygy (Analysis Center) and its AI-powered analytical tools. Among the highlights was WONK, an AI teaching assistant designed to help teachers prepare for lessons. The Head of State then watched a fragment of a third-grade math lesson using the digital solutions Qalam AI, Beyim AI, TopIQ, and E-OQULYQ. The President also viewed contemporary children's publications, including world literature translated into Kazakh, as well as achievements by Kazakhstani schoolchildren in science, engineering, robotics, and innovation. Earlier, President Tokayev [honored](https://qazinform.com/news/kazakh-president-honors-teachers-for-outstanding-achievements-in-education-93218b) teachers for outstanding achievements in education.