Why New York City Is Restricting Artificial Intelligence in Public Schools

New York City is restricting AI across public schools, including a one year ban for students through eighth grade and new limits on screen time for younger students. WNYC and Gothamist education reporter Jessica Gould explains why the city reversed its earlier approach, where AI will still be allowed for high school students and teachers, and the challenges schools face enforcing the rules once students leave the classroom. The episode also hears from New Yorkers about whether the city is getting the balance right.

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Photo: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office

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• NYC public schools to ban AI for teaching students below 9th grade

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