MODERN METHODS AND PROSPECTS OF APPLYING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGIES IN PRESCHOOL INFORMATICS EDUCATION

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This article examines the modern methods and future prospects of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into the informatics education of preschool-aged children. The rapid digitalization of the educational sector in Uzbekistan and worldwide has created an urgent need to introduce foundational digital literacy at the earliest stages of learning. This paper analyzes the current landscape of AI-powered educational tools designed for young learners, evaluates age-appropriate pedagogical frameworks for introducing computational thinking, and discusses the opportunities and challenges facing preschool institutions in Uzbekistan. Practical recommendations are provided for the systematic adoption of AI-assisted learning environments in early childhood education settings.