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Developments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology have gained widespread attention in recent years. AI has the potential to revolutionize various sectors, including government, society, and education. However, a national review conducted by the Center on Reinventing Public Education (CRPE) found that most state education departments have not publicly acknowledged the implications of AI in teaching and learning.

CRPE conducted a search of all US state and territory education department websites to gather information on AI policy guidance or mentions of AI developments. Apart from the Hawaii state Department of Education, which called for a working group to recommend AI usage in the upcoming school year, none of the other 58 departments addressed AI in a policy context.

A few states have indicated that they will leave AI-related decision-making up to individual districts. States like New York, Rhode Island, and Wyoming have mentioned similar approaches. Other states, such as Massachusetts and New Hampshire, have discussed AI with their education boards but have not proposed regulations related to its use in schools. In Idaho, state officials have started conversations about AI in schools.

Approximately half of the departments have made key references to AI on their websites since August 2021. Only four states Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and Arkansas have posted curriculum standards or courses related to AI. These states have taken steps to integrate AI education into their systems, with Georgia introducing an AI pathway in its career, technical, and agriculture standards. Florida has partnered with the University of Florida to provide professional development and coaching on AI to districts. South Carolina plans to adopt a statewide AI framework and is seeking feedback on draft standards. Arkansas has incorporated AI and machine learning into its computer science courses.

The potential of AI to reshape teaching, learning, assessment, and management in education is still evolving. CRPEs research has found that states often delay providing crucial guidance during moments of crisis or ambiguity. However, offering early guidance, as seen with a few states actions regarding COVID relief funding, can have positive outcomes.

To prepare for the future, state education departments can consider providing guidance on addressing inherent biases in AI and offer suggestions on integrating AI into the curriculum. By doing so, they can ensure that students are better prepared to navigate and succeed in a technology-driven society.

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