Most Canadian teachers navigating AI without training or policies to guide them
Most Canadian teachers navigating AI without training or policies to guide them
Publish Date: 2026-06-24 06:31:00
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- Many Canadian middle and high school students likely use AI for homework assistance.
- Teachers report that their schools/school boards have not provided training on instructing students on using AI responsibly.
- Only a minority of teachers report having a school policy on the use of AI for students.
- Canadian teachers lack training and tools to identify student AI usage.
- Survey data indicates widespread student use of AI tools, such as those generating text and images.
- Significant concerns exist about how AI can diminish students’ critical thinking, reading, writing, and analytical skills.
- Few schools provide training for teachers on best practices for integrating AI in classroom instruction.
- Policymakers are urged to provide training for teachers to navigate the generational shift in AI usage.
