North Dakota Department of Public Instruction

Schools Now Have Access to AI Guidance Toolkit Released by Education Leaders and Tech Experts

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

SEATTLE, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, TeachAI, an initiative led by Code.org, ETS, the International Society of Technology in Education, Khan Academy, and the World Economic Forum, launched an AI Guidance for Schools toolkit to help education systems globally address gaps in AI guidance and policy. This resource was co-authored by Code.org, CoSN, Digital Promise, European EdTech Alliance, and PACE with input and review from policymakers, school leaders, teachers and leading tech organizations.

Key Points: 
  • TeachAI released an AI Guidance for Schools toolkit to support the urgent need for guidance on the safe, effective, and responsible use of AI in schools
    SEATTLE, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, TeachAI, an initiative led by Code.org, ETS, the International Society of Technology in Education, Khan Academy, and the World Economic Forum, launched an AI Guidance for Schools toolkit to help education systems globally address gaps in AI guidance and policy.
  • "Harnessing the potential of AI for Los Angeles Unified schools is a journey, and the AI Guidance for Schools toolkit is a valuable resource," said Los Angeles Unified Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho.
  • The AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit recommends seven principles for crafting AI guidance:
    Purpose: Use AI to help all students achieve educational goals.
  • The AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit equips students and educators for AI challenges, fostering digital self-determination," Leandro Folgar, President of Ceibal, Government of Uruguay.

North Dakota Department of Public Instruction Announces State-Wide Partnership With ClassLink

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

The state's ongoing project with ClassLink originated at the Department of Public Instruction and EduTech, a part of the state Information Technology Department.

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  • The state's ongoing project with ClassLink originated at the Department of Public Instruction and EduTech, a part of the state Information Technology Department.
  • - Kristen Baesler, North Dakota Superintendent of Public Instruction
    As data breaches increase at an alarming rate across the country, North Dakota's collaboration with ClassLink will provide better protection against school data breaches, thanks to security features that include Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) options.
  • Instructional Technology leaders were pleased to hear about the ClassLink project and the partnership between the Department of Public Instruction and EduTech.
  • The North Dakota State Superintendent of Public Instruction works to transform education in North Dakota by fostering a culture of success.