Five Questions for State Boards to Ask about AI in Schools

Generative artificial intelligence draws on vast troves of data to create new content that mimics human forms of thinking, processing, and creation. Alongside an unprecedented rate of adoption across all sectors, GenAI is reshaping education systems in unprecedented ways. The technology is a double-edged sword, creating tremendous opportunities but also posing considerable risks and challenges for schools. 5 questions state boards of education should ask about GenAI

1. Why should our state adopt or review policies and frameworks to guide the use of AI in schools?
2. How are leading states addressing AI in K-12?
3. Are there guiding principles for AI frameworks in education? What are they, and how are they cultivated?
4. In a rapidly changing landscape, how can state AI guidance and policies remain relevant and useful?
5. What resources and professional development do our educators need to support their own AI literacy?