29 NYC Council Members Urge Pause on AI in Schools Over Student Learning and Mental Health Concerns
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Matthew Haag
Crusty in the right places. Worth the chew.
Summary
A majority of New York City Council members (29 out of 51) have signed a letter urging Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor to pause the use of artificial intelligence in NYC public schools. The council members cite concerns about AI's potential negative effects on student learning, cognitive development, critical thinking, and mental health. This pushback comes as the Department of Education is updating its guidance for teacher use of AI in classrooms, and it aligns with growing parental concerns across the city.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThe technology poses a 'risk to student learning and mental health.'
Council members said that they had a range of concerns with A.I. in the classroom, including the technology's effect on students' cognitive development, critical thinking and privacy.
The council members joined a growing roster of parents across the city who have spoken out against
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