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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Eleanor Busby

AI plans will allow teachers to spend more time with pupils and less on marking

The government has outlined plans for artificial intelligence (AI) in schools, suggesting that pupils could benefit from increased face-to-face time with their teachers.

The Department for Education (DfE) has released guidance for schools and colleges in England, detailing how teachers can safely use generative AI. The suggestion is that AI could reduce administrative tasks, including generating letters, reports, and lesson planning, thereby freeing up teachers' time to work with pupils.

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