U.S. Education Department encourages schools to use AI in the classroom

The U S Department of Tuition is encouraging schools across the country to take advantage of federal funding to expand their use of artificial intelligence Teaching Secretary Linda McMahon disclosed in a announcement Tuesday that AI drives personalized learning sharpens critical thinking and prepares students with problem-solving skills that are vital for the following morning s challenges Artificial intelligence has the possible to revolutionize tuition and backing improved outcomes for learners McMahon mentioned In the present day s guidance also emphasizes the importance of parent and trainer engagement in guiding the ethical use of AI and using it as a tool to promotion individualized learning and advancement By teaching about AI and foundational computer science while integrating AI hardware responsibly we can strengthen our schools and lay the foundation for a stronger more competitive financial system The move comes as particular experts have expressed concern the tool could exacerbate inequality and deepen the digital divide and educators across the country have declared using AI in K- instruction does more harm than good according to a Pew Research Center survey David Goldberg president of the California Teachers Association slammed the Trump administration for focusing on artificial intelligence while slashing school funding and apprentice materials Instead they are using their power to slash meals and services for kids while encouraging the use of artificial intelligence in society schooling Goldberg revealed in a message Wednesday Innovation should benefit us all not a select wealthy sparse and we have zero faith in the Trump administration to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students and communities Goldberg revealed the association will continue to demand that teachers parents and students are part of the decision-making process regarding the use of artificial intelligence in California schools The guidance distributed in a letter sent to schools and educational agencies Tuesday follows President Donald Trump s April executive order promoting AI literacy and proficiency among students and comes as the Trump administration unveiled a sweeping artificial intelligence action plan Wednesday aimed at ensuring the United States wins the the global AI race The package includes several policies and initiatives aimed at boosting artificial intelligence innovation and rolling back regulations the White House disclosed were smothering growth The plan also includes proposed policies that would eliminate AI system references to misinformation diversity equity and inclusion and conditions change topics the White House called social engineering agendas The Dear Colleague letter to educational agencies also advised that schools use of artificial intelligence should align with state and regulatory requirements The letter mentioned schools can utilize unspecified federal guidance funds to use artificial intelligence to create instructional materials and tutor students help students identify career interests and advise students with subject planning and transitioning to higher tuition or career pathways The letter also mentioned schools can use funds to train educators and families to use AI tools effectively and responsibly Related Articles OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns of an AI fraud emergency From tech podcasts to plan Trump s new AI plan leans heavily on Silicon Valley industry ideas Google seeks licensing talks with news groups following AI rivals Amazon investors search for signs of AI lift with shares lagging Meta hires two key Apple AI experts after poaching their boss The California Department of Coaching disclosed Wednesday only that it had seen the letter The state instruction department s guidance on artificial intelligence in California K- coaching emphasizes the importance of AI apparatus supporting educators rather than replacing them The guidance also encourages educators to review AI content collection and user privacy and teach students about AI inaccuracies and bias and reframe artificial intelligence in terms of math rather than magic Gov Gavin Newsom also signed Senate Bill last year sponsored by State Superintendent of General Instruction Tony Thurmond which created a collaborative AI workgroup of educators industry experts and students to develop guidance on AI use in general schools