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Artificial Intelligence (AI) in schools: guidelines and guardrails

Guidance and exemplification for schools and other education settings on the safe and ethical use of AI in education.

Navigating this Guidance

Section 1 outlines the key principles (guardrails) by which AI should be adopted, implemented and taught within our schools. These principles should be used to guide any decisions about the adoption, use and teaching of AI. Local authorities should consider these principles when developing their own AI policies to meet their legal requirements as data controllers.
Section 2 presents answers to some likely questions relating to AI in education, aiming to provide practical information and support.
Section 3 presents real-world examples and case studies illustrating effective uses of AI in educational settings.
Section 4 provides specific guidance and considerations for Local Authorities in their role as data controllers.
Section 5 provides definitions of key terms relating to AI. This is intended to support engagement with and understanding of this guidance.
Section 6 provides further information about the key considerations of Ethical AI.
Section 7 offers links to other resources, learning materials and support for teachers engaging with AI. There are many more AI-related resources available, however, those listed have been vetted as being safe to use.

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