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New York City Schools Ban AI for Young Students
New York City's public school system, the nation's largest, has banned the use of artificial intelligence tools for students in elementary and middle schools, up through the 8th grade. The ban applies to AI tools that generate text, such as ChatGPT. Officials cited concerns about the potential for cheating and the impact on student learning and critical thinking skills. The decision was announced by David Banks, the chancellor of New York City schools.
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