AI literacy
Coverage of AI literacy in the Nexus archive.
- Here’s what’s next for AI in schools
The Michigan Department of Education released AI guidance for schools, emphasizing AI literacy with a focus on privacy, data protection, equity, and critical evaluation of AI outputs. Students from Ypsilanti Community Schools will participate in a national youth AI festival in July to shape technology's future, with input from students and their superintendent.
- As AI use in schools grows, states and local districts scramble to set up guardrails
As AI use in schools increases, states and districts are developing policies to address its implementation. Maryland’s legislation mandates AI coordinators and training for educators, while other states like Ohio and Idaho set deadlines or guidelines for AI use in schools. Surveys show widespread AI adoption by teachers and students but limited formal training.
- As AI use in schools grows, lawmakers and districts scramble to set up guardrails
As AI use in schools grows, lawmakers and districts are implementing policies to address usage guidelines, literacy, and data privacy. Maryland and Ohio are highlighted for recent legislative efforts, including requiring AI coordinators and setting deadlines for district-level AI policies. Surveys indicate widespread AI use by teachers and students but limited formal training on risks.
- NC ban on ‘addictive’ social media for children under 14 one vote away from governor’s desk
North Carolina's Senate passed a bill banning children under 14 from creating accounts on social media platforms deemed 'addictive,' requiring parental consent for 14-15-year-olds and setting criteria for addiction based on user behavior and app features. The bill also mandates AI literacy standards in schools and prohibits the sale of child users' data, returning to the House for final approval.
- As AI use in schools grows, lawmakers and districts scramble to set up guardrails
As AI use in schools grows, lawmakers and districts are creating policies to address AI literacy, data privacy, and usage guidelines. Maryland and Ohio are among states implementing requirements for AI training and local policies, while a national survey shows widespread AI use by educators and students with limited formal guidance.
- As AI use in schools grows, lawmakers and districts scramble to set up guardrails
Lawmakers and school districts are establishing AI policies as its use in classrooms expands. Maryland's legislation requires AI coordinators, teacher training, and student literacy, while other states like Ohio and Idaho are implementing similar measures. Surveys show widespread AI use by teachers and students but limited formal training or guidance.
- As AI use in schools grows, lawmakers and districts scramble to set up guardrails
As AI use in schools increases, lawmakers and districts are developing policies to address its integration. Maryland’s legislation requires AI literacy training for teachers and students, while other states like Ohio and Idaho are implementing AI use guidelines. A survey found 85% of teachers and 86% of students used AI, but many lack formal training on its risks.