A controversial technology will soon be rolled out in public schools across the five boroughs.<\/p>\n
In initial guidance on how artificial intelligence will be used in classrooms, the Department of Education noted that artificial intelligence is not a replacement for a classroom teacher, but a tool to help with research, writing and planning.<\/p>\n
What You Need To Know<\/p>\n
The Department of Education has released initial guidance on using artificial intelligence in New York City public schools
\n
Teachers can turn to AI for brainstorming, organizing, and drafting communications, but not for assigning grades or discipline, according to the preliminary playbook for public schools
\n
Students can use it for exploration and creative projects with guidance from teachers
\n
The DOE is asking parents to share their feedback by May 8 on the city\u2019s preliminary AI plan for schools<\/p>\n
\u201cCertainly, for some students, it gives us an opportunity to accelerate learning. Certainly, for teachers, it makes so many things easier,\u201d said New York City Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels during an interview with NY1.<\/p>\n
Teachers can turn to AI for brainstorming, organizing, and drafting communications, but not for assigning grades or discipline, according to the preliminary playbook for public schools. Students can use it for exploration and creative projects with guidance from teachers.<\/p>\n