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Title: Policy Implementation in the Era of Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) use in K-12 Education
The recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have captivated the attention of many while raising the alarm among activists and policymakers. Although AI has its benefits, it has simultaneously contributed to increased polarization, the proliferation of mis/disinformation, online safety and privacy concerns, exacerbated mental health challenges, and questions about the ethical use of these technologies. The disproportionate influence of AI biases on Black, Latine, and Native communities and the continued exclusion of these communities from computing requires the adoption of new K-12 educational policies to ensure equitable access to AI education and equip students to be responsible and competent creators of technologies.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
2137834
PAR ID:
10541981
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Publisher / Repository:
ACM
Date Published:
ISBN:
9798400706264
Page Range / eLocation ID:
81 to 85
Subject(s) / Keyword(s):
artificial intelligence broadening participation in computing education policy equity
Format(s):
Medium: X
Location:
Atlanta GA USA
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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