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Artificial Intelligence: Schools

Wednesday 25 June 2025 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Ministerial concerns exist over increased academic dishonesty due to AI tool usage in schools.
  • Government departments are collaborating to understand the safe and effective use of AI in education.
  • Guidance and standards for AI tools in schools have been launched to support safe usage.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Bradley Thomas Con Bromsgrove
Education Science & Technology
Context

The MP referenced ongoing concerns about the impact of AI tools on academic integrity and administrative burdens.

Question

My Department is working closely with the Department for Education to ensure that the education system is ready for AI. I am concerned about the increase in academic dishonesty and plagiarism resulting from the use of artificial intelligence tools in schools. What steps are being taken to address this issue?

Answer from The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology (Feryal Clark)

AI has shown potential in reducing administrative burdens on teaching staff. However, evidence is still emerging regarding the benefits and risks of students using generative AI tools. We are working with the education sector to develop our understanding of how to use AI safely and effectively. The Department for Education (DFE) has issued guidance to teachers on identifying and best using AI in schools.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The Minister did not provide specific steps or measures to address academic dishonesty and plagiarism.

How: Working With The Sector

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Q2 Chi Onwurah Lab Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West
Education Science & Technology
Context

The MP highlighted the need to prepare students for an AI-driven world while preserving their unique human potential.

Question

Artificial intelligence is prevalent in both the workplace and schools. How are we ensuring that AI tools used in our education system support learning that fosters productive use of these technologies, alongside developing the unique potential of each individual student? Furthermore, what advice has been given to the Department for Education regarding the procurement of edtech tools, considering some are free while others require payment?

Answer from The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology (Feryal Clark)

We work closely with the Department for Education to ensure that AI tools are used safely and effectively in schools. Earlier this year, we launched safe standards for the sector and provided guidance on developing AI tools for education. The DFE has also issued guidance on how to use these tools safely in schools.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The Minister did not specify advice given about procuring edtech tools or distinguish between free and paid options.

How: Ongoing Work, Working With The Sector

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