How do Europeans feel about using AI in education?
How do Europeans feel about using AI in education?
https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/01/15/how-do-europeans-feel-about-using-ai-in-education
Publish Date: 2026-01-15 04:18:00
Source Domain: www.euronews.com
- Over half of EU respondents believe AI has both benefits and risks in teaching and learning and advocate for assessment and exploration by the education community.
- Highest support for AI in education is seen among Finnish and Estonian respondents (65% and 63%, respectively), while French and Irish respondents are most against AI in classrooms (28% and 27% respectively).
- There is noticeable gender and age gap in beliefs: men and younger respondents (aged 15-24) are more supportive of AI’s positive impact on teaching and learning.
- Around 80% of respondents agree that teachers should equip students with the skills to understand and use AI and distinguish disinformation created by AI.
- Despite support for AI in education, 69% of respondents advocate for banning personal digital devices like smartphones in schools, aligning with recent measures taken by some European countries to restrict their usage.
