AI in Delaware Education
Guidance that support districts and charters in understanding and implementing instructional AI tools
Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging rapidly across industries, including K-12 education. The Delaware Council on Educational Technology presents this guidance to support educators and education leaders in the appropriate, equitable, and inclusive use of AI in classrooms across the State of Delaware.
Included in this Guidance
Understanding AI
Delve into artificial intelligence, clarify its definition, weigh the advantages and disadvantages of its use in education, and dispel common myths surrounding its capabilities and limitations.
Implementing Generative AI in Delaware Districts and Charters
The comprehensive recommendations address crucial policy areas such as protecting student data, ensuring ethical, equitable, and effective Generative AI use, promoting equity, and enhancing learning through content and curricula that leverage Generative AI technologies. Best practices are provided with implementation strategies, suggestions for managing platforms, and tools for evaluating Generative AI products.
Integrating Generative AI into the Classroom
This section provides optimal practices for integrating Generative AI within the classroom. It emphasizes applications and strategies to enhance educational experiences, demonstrating how tools and applications support teaching and learning processes. The SAMR model includes illustrations to show how applications may align to each level. Also included are strategies for addressing academic dishonesty and ensuring that Generative AI tools are used responsibly in educational settings.
Professional Learning
The final section suggests a framework for professional learning, listing essential topics and subject areas on which school districts and charter schools may choose to focus. Scalable training and delivery methods are recommended to guarantee that all educators and students across Delaware have equal opportunities to benefit from Generative AI technologies. This approach aims to equip teachers with the knowledge and skills necessary to integrate Generative AI into their teaching practices effectively, thereby enhancing the educational experience for students.
How to Use This Guidance
The guidance issued by the Delaware Council on Educational Technology on the adoption of Generative AI in educational settings serves as a comprehensive resource for educators and leaders across the state:
School District and Charter School leaders may use this guidance to support incorporating AI into their local policies (e.g., responsible use, academic integrity, etc.).
School District and Charter School leaders and classroom educators are provided with this guidance as a source of support, resources, and established best practices for integrating AI technologies within their instructional environments.
