England OKs Teachers’ Use of AI While Marking Students’ Work
Teachers across England are being encouraged to use AI to handle repetitive tasks, according to new guidelines from the Department for Education (DfE). The guidelines include training resources to help schools understand how AI can be applied in day-to-day work. However, the DfE also noted that educators should be open about when they use AI and always double-check its outputs to avoid mistakes. Teaching organizations and tech groups have responded to the news with cautious optimism. The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) acknowledged that AI could reduce time spent on admin tasks, potentially improving classroom interaction. Still, they…