Framework Alignment Document

HiKIDAI is aligned to internationally recognized standards for AI literacy and digital education. This document shows how each stage of our curriculum maps to UNESCO, ISTE, and DigCompEdu frameworks.

1. UNESCO AI Competency Framework (2024)

HiKIDAI’s curriculum covers all three proficiency levels — Understand, Apply, Create — across all four dimensions.

HiKIDAI StageUNESCO DimensionProficiency Level
K–2 AI WonderersAI Techniques & ApplicationsUnderstand
Grades 3–5 AI DetectivesAI Techniques & ApplicationsUnderstand → Apply
Grades 6–8 AI BuildersAI Techniques & ApplicationsApply
Grades 9–10 AI LeadersEthics of AIApply → Create
Grades 11–12 CapstoneAI System DesignCreate

2. ISTE Standards for Students

HiKIDAI games and activities align with the following ISTE Standards:

ISTE StandardHiKIDAI Alignment
1.1 Empowered LearnerStudents take control of teaching Kai, reflecting on their own learning.
1.2 Digital CitizenBias and fairness modules teach ethical technology use.
1.3 Knowledge ConstructorStudents evaluate AI outputs and training data critically.
1.4 Innovative DesignerVenture Pitch and Policy Lab require designing AI solutions for real problems.
1.5 Computational ThinkerDebugging, decision trees, and prompt engineering develop algorithmic thinking.

3. DigCompEdu (European Commission) + AIDcomp Supplement

HiKIDAI supports educators in developing their own digital competence while providing ready‑to‑use resources for students.

DigCompEdu AreaHiKIDAI Support
Area 1 – Professional EngagementTeacher Quick Start, lesson plans, alignment documents
Area 2 – Digital Resources10 browser games, 25 printable activities, discussion guides
Area 3 – Teaching & LearningGames are designed for self‑directed learning or whole‑class instruction
Area 5 – Empowering LearnersDifferentiated by age/stage, accessible on any device, no student data collected
Area 6 – Facilitating Learners’ Digital CompetenceAI literacy from pattern recognition to responsible AI design

4. EU AI Act – Article 4 (AI Literacy Obligation)

From August 2026, providers and deployers of AI systems must ensure a sufficient level of AI literacy. HiKIDAI’s curriculum provides age‑appropriate AI education that meets this obligation for K–12 institutions.