Transforming Education: The Role of AI in Empowering Educators

WASHINGTON — Artificial Intelligence (AI) has quickly come to play an integral role in the daily lives of many Americans, impacting the way people go about daily tasks, communication methods, and even the healthcare industry. 

As AI continues to permeate various aspects of society, its influence is also extending into the realm of education, revolutionizing teaching methodologies, personalized learning experiences, and administrative tasks within schools. While most research on AI focuses on the collegiate education experience, a survey conducted by EdWeek Research Center of teachers, school and district leaders revealed how K-12 educators are integrating AI tools into their classrooms.

One-third of K-12 teachers reported using various AI tools, such as ChatGPT, largely to aid in administrative tasks and creating materials for students, such as developing lesson plans and assignments. Just 4% use AI for grading or plagiarism purposes due to potential subjectivity of assignments.

As primary and secondary educators continue to explore the potential of AI, its effect on teaching methodologies and learning experiences will impact students for years to come.