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Over half of teenagers reported using chatbots for information and schoolwork, with a majority believing students cheat using them extensively.
A majority of surveyed parents (51%) confirmed their teen uses chatbots, while 28% were unsure and 18% said their child didn’t use them.
Parents are more accepting of chatbots for informational or fun purposes but oppose their use for casual conversation or emotional support.
The Center for Democracy and Technology highlighted four risks associated with current AI use in schools, including data breaches, tech-enabled harassment, AI malfunction, and problematic student-technology interactions.
Despite risks, 85% of schools used AI in classrooms during the 2024-25 school year, with policies leaning towards allowing AI usage.
Schools’ implementation of AI varies greatly, and while more frequent AI use by teachers correlates with perceived benefits, students in schools employing AI extensively felt it creates distance from teachers.