{"id":932,"date":"2026-01-18T12:03:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-18T11:03:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hajdarovic.com\/blog\/?p=932"},"modified":"2026-01-18T12:03:19","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T11:03:19","slug":"my-journey-towards-microsoft-elevate-educator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hajdarovic.com\/blog\/en\/2026\/my-journey-towards-microsoft-elevate-educator\/","title":{"rendered":"My journey towards Microsoft Elevate Educator"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Education has never been a static field, but the current pace of change – driven by digital transformation and Artificial Intelligence – requires us to be more than just observers. As I continue my research in history didactics and my work in adult education, I am thrilled to share that I have taken a new step in this professional evolution: I have officially become a Microsoft Elevate Educator \u2013 Explorer for 2026-2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Microsoft Elevate Educator <\/a>community is not just a certification; it is a roadmap for growth. It is designed to help educators transition through three key stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Explorer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is my current starting point. It\u2019s about accessing essential resources, building global connections, and initiating the journey toward innovation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Expert<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The next level, where educators showcase classroom leadership and the creative integration of technology.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Fellow<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A specialized community driving systemic change, mentoring peers, and leading transformative initiatives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Each stage is designed to empower us to elevate education, ensuring that we aren’t just using new tools, but leading with purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Microsoft Elevate Educator \u2013 Explorer 2026-2027<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Earners of this badge are educators who have been selected as a Microsoft Elevate Educator – Explorer for 2025-2026. Explorers are recognized educators who have committed to start their professional development journey with Microsoft tools and AI literacy. They gain access to exclusive webinars, curated resources, a community newsletter, and receive special recognition from Microsoft Elevate.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Earning Criteria<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n