Research Conducted by Michael Hallowell, Market Research Manager
May 2024
Research Report
The 2024
Educator AI Report: Perceptions, Practices, and Potential
May 2024
Research Report
The 2024
Educator AI Report: Perceptions, Practices, and Potential
Contents
Study Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Executive Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Demographic Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Detailed Survey Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
AI Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Use of Generative AI in the Classroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Educator Perceptions of Generative AI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Parent and Community Perceptions of Generative AI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Spring 2024 vs . Fall 2023 Trends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Study Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Executive Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Demographic Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Detailed Survey Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
AI Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Use of Generative AI in the Classroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Educator Perceptions of Generative AI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Parent and Community Perceptions of Generative AI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Spring 2024 vs . Fall 2023 Trends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Study Details
Assess educators’ perceptions of AI use in the classroom
Understand approaches to AI integration in education
$10 gift card for all qualified participants
who completed the survey
April 24–May 6, 2024
Primary Objectives
Incentive Fielding
Response
Teacher 68%
Administrator 11%
157 total participants
Web-based quantitative survey,
approximately 7 minutes in length
Sample sourced from Imagine
Learning’s educator community,
The Teachers’ Lounge
Method Sample
Other Staff 21%
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Assess educators’ perceptions of AI use in the classroom
Understand approaches to AI integration in education
$10 gift card for all qualified participants
who completed the survey
April 24–May 6, 2024
Primary Objectives
Incentive Fielding
Response
Teacher 68%
Administrator 11%
157 total participants
Web-based quantitative survey,
approximately 7 minutes in length
Sample sourced from Imagine
Learning’s educator community,
The Teachers’ Lounge
Method Sample
Other Staff 21%
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Demographic Overview:
Geographic Distribution
Participants are distributed across various states, with notable representation from Texas (13%),
North Carolina (8%), California (7%), Florida (6%), and Georgia (5%) .
Texas 13%
North Carolina 8%
California 8%
Florida 6%
Georgia 5%
Kentucky 5%
Arizona 4%
New York 4%
Oklahoma 4%
Massachusetts 3%
Michigan 3%
Pennsylvania 3%
Wisconsin 3%
Alabama 3%
Louisiana 3%
Tennessee 3%
Colorado 2%
Minnesota 2%
Utah 2%
Washington 2%
Indiana 1%
Kansas 1%
Nevada 1%
New Jersey 1%
New Mexico 1%
Virginia 1%
Connecticut 1%
Delaware 1%
Illinois 1%
Maine 1%
Nebraska 1%
Ohio 1%
Oregon 1%
South Dakota 1%
S01. In which state is your
school/district located?
Total n=157
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Geographic Distribution
Participants are distributed across various states, with notable representation from Texas (13%),
North Carolina (8%), California (7%), Florida (6%), and Georgia (5%) .
Texas 13%
North Carolina 8%
California 8%
Florida 6%
Georgia 5%
Kentucky 5%
Arizona 4%
New York 4%
Oklahoma 4%
Massachusetts 3%
Michigan 3%
Pennsylvania 3%
Wisconsin 3%
Alabama 3%
Louisiana 3%
Tennessee 3%
Colorado 2%
Minnesota 2%
Utah 2%
Washington 2%
Indiana 1%
Kansas 1%
Nevada 1%
New Jersey 1%
New Mexico 1%
Virginia 1%
Connecticut 1%
Delaware 1%
Illinois 1%
Maine 1%
Nebraska 1%
Ohio 1%
Oregon 1%
South Dakota 1%
S01. In which state is your
school/district located?
Total n=157
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Executive SummaryAI Overview:
● 86% of participants are familiar with AI in education, a significant increase from 75%
in Fall 2023 .
● Participants are most experienced with tools for language processing and
automatic grading .
● 50% report increased AI usage among teachers and students since Fall 2023 .
○ This increase is especially seen among high school students .
● Satisfaction with AI implementation is low at 38% . Major sources of dissatisfaction include
insufficient training, lack of policies/guidelines, student misuse, lack of approaches for
addressing ethical concerns, and lack of tools .
● Participants emphasize the need for professional development, clearer policies, and a
strategic approach to AI integration in schools .
Use of Generative AI in the Classroom:
● Participants who use generative AI are most likely to use it for creating instructional
materials, creating lesson plans, and assessment creation .
● High school participants are more likely to use generative AI for tutoring, while elementary
school participants are less likely .
● Participants are much more likely to have access to the necessary technology compared
to Fall 2023 . However, a lack of familiarity (56%) and concerns about preparedness to use
generative AI in classrooms (31% not at all prepared) remain significant barriers .
● 55% of participants see generative AI as having the potential to positively impact the
classroom, though high school participants are much less likely to agree .
● Training sessions are the most valuable support for facilitating the adoption of generative
AI tools, especially among middle school participants .
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● 86% of participants are familiar with AI in education, a significant increase from 75%
in Fall 2023 .
● Participants are most experienced with tools for language processing and
automatic grading .
● 50% report increased AI usage among teachers and students since Fall 2023 .
○ This increase is especially seen among high school students .
● Satisfaction with AI implementation is low at 38% . Major sources of dissatisfaction include
insufficient training, lack of policies/guidelines, student misuse, lack of approaches for
addressing ethical concerns, and lack of tools .
● Participants emphasize the need for professional development, clearer policies, and a
strategic approach to AI integration in schools .
Use of Generative AI in the Classroom:
● Participants who use generative AI are most likely to use it for creating instructional
materials, creating lesson plans, and assessment creation .
● High school participants are more likely to use generative AI for tutoring, while elementary
school participants are less likely .
● Participants are much more likely to have access to the necessary technology compared
to Fall 2023 . However, a lack of familiarity (56%) and concerns about preparedness to use
generative AI in classrooms (31% not at all prepared) remain significant barriers .
● 55% of participants see generative AI as having the potential to positively impact the
classroom, though high school participants are much less likely to agree .
● Training sessions are the most valuable support for facilitating the adoption of generative
AI tools, especially among middle school participants .
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Educator and Parent/Community Perception of Generative AI:
● Participants report mixed perceptions of generative AI, with 50% noting it eases their
workload, while concerns about plagiarism (84%) and its impact on students’ developing
skills (~70%) are prevalent .
● Compared to Fall 2023 results, participants are more likely to express concern regarding
an increase in cheating and misinterpretation of results .
● Only 15% believe generative AI will attract teachers back to the profession, and there is
uncertainty about its impact on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) .
● High school participants are much more likely to believe AI will have no positive impact on
bringing teachers back .
● Regarding parents and the community, only 15% of participants perceive strong support
for generative AI, with major concerns centered on cheating (68%) and decreased student
engagement (56%) .
● Participants suggest enhancing AI knowledge among parents and educators, maintaining
clear communication, developing policies, and implementing safeguards to address
these concerns .
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● Participants report mixed perceptions of generative AI, with 50% noting it eases their
workload, while concerns about plagiarism (84%) and its impact on students’ developing
skills (~70%) are prevalent .
● Compared to Fall 2023 results, participants are more likely to express concern regarding
an increase in cheating and misinterpretation of results .
● Only 15% believe generative AI will attract teachers back to the profession, and there is
uncertainty about its impact on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) .
● High school participants are much more likely to believe AI will have no positive impact on
bringing teachers back .
● Regarding parents and the community, only 15% of participants perceive strong support
for generative AI, with major concerns centered on cheating (68%) and decreased student
engagement (56%) .
● Participants suggest enhancing AI knowledge among parents and educators, maintaining
clear communication, developing policies, and implementing safeguards to address
these concerns .
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Demographic Overview
Other
Role by Counts
Teacher 68%
Administrator 11%
Support Staff & Other 21%
Totaln=157
S02. Which position best describes your current position or your primary responsibilities? Total n=157
ADMINISTRATOR ROLES (N=18) TEACHER ROLES (N=107)
OTHER STAFF (N=32)
School administrator 8
Director of instruction/
curriculum 1
District administrator 1
Instructional technologist/
technology coordinator 8
Classroom teacher 71
School support staff 5
24
Intervention specialist
9Department chair or head teacher
6
Curriculum coach/literacy
coach/literacy coordinator 21
Teacher’s aide 3
Top “Other” mentions include:
ESOL teacher/coordinator
Virtual teacher/coordinator
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Other
Role by Counts
Teacher 68%
Administrator 11%
Support Staff & Other 21%
Totaln=157
S02. Which position best describes your current position or your primary responsibilities? Total n=157
ADMINISTRATOR ROLES (N=18) TEACHER ROLES (N=107)
OTHER STAFF (N=32)
School administrator 8
Director of instruction/
curriculum 1
District administrator 1
Instructional technologist/
technology coordinator 8
Classroom teacher 71
School support staff 5
24
Intervention specialist
9Department chair or head teacher
6
Curriculum coach/literacy
coach/literacy coordinator 21
Teacher’s aide 3
Top “Other” mentions include:
ESOL teacher/coordinator
Virtual teacher/coordinator
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Grade Responsibility
Elementary 41%
Middle school 36%
High school 54%
Administration 8%
Other 4%
Totaln=157
S03. Which grade levels are you responsible for providing or overseeing instruction?
(Please select all that apply.) Total n=157
School Type
Public school 87%
Charter school 6%
Virtual school 4%
Private school 1%
Other 2%
Totaln=157
S04. Which of the following best describes your school or district?
Top “Other” mentions include:
PreK
Adult
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Elementary 41%
Middle school 36%
High school 54%
Administration 8%
Other 4%
Totaln=157
S03. Which grade levels are you responsible for providing or overseeing instruction?
(Please select all that apply.) Total n=157
School Type
Public school 87%
Charter school 6%
Virtual school 4%
Private school 1%
Other 2%
Totaln=157
S04. Which of the following best describes your school or district?
Top “Other” mentions include:
PreK
Adult
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Detailed Survey ResultsAI Overview86% of participants are familiar with AI, with a much higher
familiarity compared to those surveyed in Fall 2023.
General education AI was defined as follows:
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by
computer systems . AI is being used in education in various ways, from chatbots that
provide 24/7 student support to personalized learning algorithms that adapt to each
student’s needs . AI-powered tools are also being used to automate administrative
tasks, such as grading assignments and providing feedback . Additionally, AI is being
used to analyze large amounts of data to identify patterns and insights that can
inform the development of new educational strategies and policies .
Familiarity with AI in General Education
Very familiar 17%
Familiar 69%
I have only heard the term AI 11%
I am not at all familiar with AI 1%
Not sure 1%
Q1. First off, how familiar are you with the use of
artificial intelligence (AI) in general education? Total
n=157
86% of those surveyed are very familiar/familiar with AI.
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familiarity compared to those surveyed in Fall 2023.
General education AI was defined as follows:
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by
computer systems . AI is being used in education in various ways, from chatbots that
provide 24/7 student support to personalized learning algorithms that adapt to each
student’s needs . AI-powered tools are also being used to automate administrative
tasks, such as grading assignments and providing feedback . Additionally, AI is being
used to analyze large amounts of data to identify patterns and insights that can
inform the development of new educational strategies and policies .
Familiarity with AI in General Education
Very familiar 17%
Familiar 69%
I have only heard the term AI 11%
I am not at all familiar with AI 1%
Not sure 1%
Q1. First off, how familiar are you with the use of
artificial intelligence (AI) in general education? Total
n=157
86% of those surveyed are very familiar/familiar with AI.
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Familiarity with AI Classroom Tools
Participants were most familiar with language processing, automatic
grading, and generative AI tools.
Very familiar: I currently/previously use in the classroom
Automatic
grading
38% 38% 34% 27% 25% 24% 21% 20%
43% 25% 41%
43% 43% 38% 43% 32%
10%
21%
13%
20% 19%
22% 20%
32%
7%
15%
9% 9% 11% 14% 14% 13%
1% 1% 2% 1% 1% 3% 2% 3%
Assistive
technology
Adaptive
learning
Scheduling
and other
administrative
tasks
Language
processing
Data analysis
and
interpretation
Personalized
programs
Generative
AI tools
Familiar, but I have never used in the classroom
I have only heard of it
I am not at all familiar with it
Not sure
Q2. Thinking more specifically, how familiar are you with the following tools/materials that make use of
artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom? Total n=157
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Participants were most familiar with language processing, automatic
grading, and generative AI tools.
Very familiar: I currently/previously use in the classroom
Automatic
grading
38% 38% 34% 27% 25% 24% 21% 20%
43% 25% 41%
43% 43% 38% 43% 32%
10%
21%
13%
20% 19%
22% 20%
32%
7%
15%
9% 9% 11% 14% 14% 13%
1% 1% 2% 1% 1% 3% 2% 3%
Assistive
technology
Adaptive
learning
Scheduling
and other
administrative
tasks
Language
processing
Data analysis
and
interpretation
Personalized
programs
Generative
AI tools
Familiar, but I have never used in the classroom
I have only heard of it
I am not at all familiar with it
Not sure
Q2. Thinking more specifically, how familiar are you with the following tools/materials that make use of
artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom? Total n=157
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Participants are most likely to have been trained on generative
AI tools, language processing, and automatic grading during the
2023–2024 school year.
AI Tools Trained On in 2023–2024 School Year
Q3. Which of the following ways have you used generative AI tools (such as Chat GPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc.) in
the classroom? Please select all that apply. Teachers who have used AI in the classroom n=68
Not sure 24%
Scheduling and other administrative tasks 15%
Assistive technology 18%
Data analysis and interpretation 18%
Personalized programs 24%
Adaptive learning/tutoring 25%
Automatic grading 31%
Language processing (text-to-speech; reading fluency) 34%
Generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc.) 40%
Elementary school participants
surveyed are much more likely to
be trained on AI tools for adaptive
learning/tutoring .
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AI tools, language processing, and automatic grading during the
2023–2024 school year.
AI Tools Trained On in 2023–2024 School Year
Q3. Which of the following ways have you used generative AI tools (such as Chat GPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc.) in
the classroom? Please select all that apply. Teachers who have used AI in the classroom n=68
Not sure 24%
Scheduling and other administrative tasks 15%
Assistive technology 18%
Data analysis and interpretation 18%
Personalized programs 24%
Adaptive learning/tutoring 25%
Automatic grading 31%
Language processing (text-to-speech; reading fluency) 34%
Generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc.) 40%
Elementary school participants
surveyed are much more likely to
be trained on AI tools for adaptive
learning/tutoring .
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Half of participants report an increase in AI usage among students
and teachers since the fall of this school year.
Change in Use of AI Since the Fall of 2023
Q4. How has the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in your school/district changed since the fall of this school
year? Total n=157
High school participants
surveyed are much more likely
to report an increase in AI
usage among students .
New Question
Use of AI has increased
No change in AI use
Use of AI has decreased
Not sure
Students Teachers Administrators
50%
31%
1%
18%
50%
32%
18%
28%
27%
45%
Only 38% of participants are satisfied with the current level of AI
implementation within their school/district.
Satisfaction with Current Level of AI Implementation
Q5. How satisfied are you with the current level of artificial intelligence
(AI) implementation in your school/district?
New Question
Very satisfied 4%
Somewhat satisfied 34%
Somewhat dissatisfied 25%
Very dissatisfied 8%
Not sure 29%
38% of those surveyed are very/somewhat satisfied with
their current level of AI implementation.
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and teachers since the fall of this school year.
Change in Use of AI Since the Fall of 2023
Q4. How has the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in your school/district changed since the fall of this school
year? Total n=157
High school participants
surveyed are much more likely
to report an increase in AI
usage among students .
New Question
Use of AI has increased
No change in AI use
Use of AI has decreased
Not sure
Students Teachers Administrators
50%
31%
1%
18%
50%
32%
18%
28%
27%
45%
Only 38% of participants are satisfied with the current level of AI
implementation within their school/district.
Satisfaction with Current Level of AI Implementation
Q5. How satisfied are you with the current level of artificial intelligence
(AI) implementation in your school/district?
New Question
Very satisfied 4%
Somewhat satisfied 34%
Somewhat dissatisfied 25%
Very dissatisfied 8%
Not sure 29%
38% of those surveyed are very/somewhat satisfied with
their current level of AI implementation.
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Reasons for Satisfaction with AI Implementation
Ease of Use and Efficiency:
● AI helps streamline tasks and make work easier for educators .
● AI simplifies administrative work, saving time and effort .
● The use of AI improves correspondence with students and families .
Support for Teaching and Learning:
● AI tools are beneficial for creating lesson plans and enhancing instruction .
● AI allows for better student engagement and interaction with lessons .
● AI tools assist in developing students’ digital literacy and critical thinking skills .
Variety of AI Tools and Options:
● Availability of a range of AI options for teachers and students .
● AI tools are versatile for performing a variety of of tasks .
Training and Professional Development:
● Professional development and training opportunities on AI usage are available .
Exploring Phase:
● Districts are exploring how AI can be used to support students .
● AI is being used in exploratory ways .
● Teachers and administrators are open to learning more about AI’s potential .
Balance and Control:
● Educators are satisfied with how they balance AI use with other tools .
● AI is used on a teacher-by-teacher basis, allowing for flexibility .
● AI can be used to supplement curriculum without becoming over-reliant on it .
Q6. Why? Please be as detailed as possible. Those who are satisfied with AI implementation n=60
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These answers are an AI-generated categorization
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Ease of Use and Efficiency:
● AI helps streamline tasks and make work easier for educators .
● AI simplifies administrative work, saving time and effort .
● The use of AI improves correspondence with students and families .
Support for Teaching and Learning:
● AI tools are beneficial for creating lesson plans and enhancing instruction .
● AI allows for better student engagement and interaction with lessons .
● AI tools assist in developing students’ digital literacy and critical thinking skills .
Variety of AI Tools and Options:
● Availability of a range of AI options for teachers and students .
● AI tools are versatile for performing a variety of of tasks .
Training and Professional Development:
● Professional development and training opportunities on AI usage are available .
Exploring Phase:
● Districts are exploring how AI can be used to support students .
● AI is being used in exploratory ways .
● Teachers and administrators are open to learning more about AI’s potential .
Balance and Control:
● Educators are satisfied with how they balance AI use with other tools .
● AI is used on a teacher-by-teacher basis, allowing for flexibility .
● AI can be used to supplement curriculum without becoming over-reliant on it .
Q6. Why? Please be as detailed as possible. Those who are satisfied with AI implementation n=60
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These answers are an AI-generated categorization
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Reasons for Dissatisfaction with AI Implementation
Lack of District-Level Strategy:
● Absence of a comprehensive plan or strategy for AI implementation .
● No clear direction or leadership from the district regarding AI use .
● Reactive rather than proactive approach to AI integration .
Lack of Training, Support, and Policy/Guidelines:
● Insufficient professional development and training on AI use .
● Lack of established policies and guidelines for AI use in schools .
● Absence of district support and resources to facilitate AI integration .
Resistance and Skepticism:
● Hesitation or opposition to AI implementation by some participants .
● Teachers feeling apprehensive or uninformed about AI .
● Concerns about AI’s impact on students’ ability to think critically .
Ethical and Practical Concerns:
● Worries about AI’s influence on students’ learning and writing abilities .
● Concerns about maintaining academic integrity and preventing plagiarism .
● Ethical considerations around AI use in education .
Misuse and Cheating:
● Students using AI to cheat on assignments, essays, and assessments .
● Concerns about students relying too heavily on AI for their work .
Lack of Data and Tools:
● AI tools are not being used effectively to analyze data or provide insights .
● Limited access to data-driven decision-making and AI tools .
Need for Cultural Change:
● Challenge of changing attitudes toward AI across a large district .
● Struggles with buy-in from staff, students, and community members .
● Resistance to using AI due to existing preferences for traditional methods .
Q6. Why? Please be as detailed as possible. Those who are dissatisfied with AI implementation n=52
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These answers are an AI-generated categorization
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Lack of District-Level Strategy:
● Absence of a comprehensive plan or strategy for AI implementation .
● No clear direction or leadership from the district regarding AI use .
● Reactive rather than proactive approach to AI integration .
Lack of Training, Support, and Policy/Guidelines:
● Insufficient professional development and training on AI use .
● Lack of established policies and guidelines for AI use in schools .
● Absence of district support and resources to facilitate AI integration .
Resistance and Skepticism:
● Hesitation or opposition to AI implementation by some participants .
● Teachers feeling apprehensive or uninformed about AI .
● Concerns about AI’s impact on students’ ability to think critically .
Ethical and Practical Concerns:
● Worries about AI’s influence on students’ learning and writing abilities .
● Concerns about maintaining academic integrity and preventing plagiarism .
● Ethical considerations around AI use in education .
Misuse and Cheating:
● Students using AI to cheat on assignments, essays, and assessments .
● Concerns about students relying too heavily on AI for their work .
Lack of Data and Tools:
● AI tools are not being used effectively to analyze data or provide insights .
● Limited access to data-driven decision-making and AI tools .
Need for Cultural Change:
● Challenge of changing attitudes toward AI across a large district .
● Struggles with buy-in from staff, students, and community members .
● Resistance to using AI due to existing preferences for traditional methods .
Q6. Why? Please be as detailed as possible. Those who are dissatisfied with AI implementation n=52
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These answers are an AI-generated categorization
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Over one-third of participants agree that district policies would be
most effective in establishing best practices for using AI.
Preferences for AI Policies for Classroom Use
Q7. Which type of policy would be most effective in establishing best practices for the use of artificial
intelligence (AI) in the classroom? Total n=157
Not sure 15%
Other 4%
Federal 10%
School 17%
State 17%
District 37%
Middle school participants surveyed
are much less likely to think best
practices for AI should be handled at
the school level .
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most effective in establishing best practices for using AI.
Preferences for AI Policies for Classroom Use
Q7. Which type of policy would be most effective in establishing best practices for the use of artificial
intelligence (AI) in the classroom? Total n=157
Not sure 15%
Other 4%
Federal 10%
School 17%
State 17%
District 37%
Middle school participants surveyed
are much less likely to think best
practices for AI should be handled at
the school level .
New Question
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Level of Generative AI Use in District
Use of Generative AI in the Classroom
Generative AI was defined as follows:
Generative AI (such as Chat GPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc .) is a type of artificial intelligence
technology that broadly describes machine learning systems capable of generating
text, images, code, or other types of content, often in response to a prompt entered
by a user .
Generative AI models are increasingly being incorporated into online tools and
chatbots that allow users to type questions or instructions into an input field, upon
which the AI model will generate a human-like response .
Teachers and staff are most likely to be allowed and trained to
use generative AI — 26% of those not using it might consider it
in the future.
Q8. To the best of your knowledge, which level of using generative AI is true for your district? Please select
all that apply. We are... Total n=157
Other
Not using generative AI, and will not be considering
it in the next 2–3 years
Not using generative AI, but might consider it in the future
Not using generative AI, but are in the process of drafting policies
Not using generative AI, but have drafted policies
Considering generative AI for teachers/staff
Considering generative AI for students
Training teachers/staff to use generative AI
Training students to use generative AI
Piloting/have piloted generative AI
Allowing teachers/staff to use generative AI
Allowing students to use generative AI
13%
8%
26%
8%
3%
17%
15%
29%
9%
5%
37%
14%
“Other” mentions include:
Not sure
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Use of Generative AI in the Classroom
Generative AI was defined as follows:
Generative AI (such as Chat GPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc .) is a type of artificial intelligence
technology that broadly describes machine learning systems capable of generating
text, images, code, or other types of content, often in response to a prompt entered
by a user .
Generative AI models are increasingly being incorporated into online tools and
chatbots that allow users to type questions or instructions into an input field, upon
which the AI model will generate a human-like response .
Teachers and staff are most likely to be allowed and trained to
use generative AI — 26% of those not using it might consider it
in the future.
Q8. To the best of your knowledge, which level of using generative AI is true for your district? Please select
all that apply. We are... Total n=157
Other
Not using generative AI, and will not be considering
it in the next 2–3 years
Not using generative AI, but might consider it in the future
Not using generative AI, but are in the process of drafting policies
Not using generative AI, but have drafted policies
Considering generative AI for teachers/staff
Considering generative AI for students
Training teachers/staff to use generative AI
Training students to use generative AI
Piloting/have piloted generative AI
Allowing teachers/staff to use generative AI
Allowing students to use generative AI
13%
8%
26%
8%
3%
17%
15%
29%
9%
5%
37%
14%
“Other” mentions include:
Not sure
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Current Generative AI Uses
Participants are most likely to use generative AI for lesson planning,
assessment creation, and instructional content development.
Q9. How have you used generative AI tools (such
as ChatGPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc.) in the classroom?
Please select all that apply. Teachers who have
used AI in the classroom n=75
None of the above
Other
Student tutoring
Classroom assistants
Automating administrative tasks
Analyzing student data
Customizing individual
student experiences
Grading
Assessment/test creation
Creating lesson plans
Creating instructional materials
including test questions
17%
11%
13%
15%
16%
21%
21%
28%
36%
37%
45% High school participants are
much more likely to use AI for
tutoring, while elementary
school participants are much
less likely .
“Other” mentions include:
“Letters to parents”
“Text-to-speech”
“Feedback generation”
“Only to check to see if the students’ essays
are AI generated”
“Reading programs”
“Writing IEP goals”
“Creating syllabus”
“To create messages and emails to my
students . To create recommendation letters .”
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Participants are most likely to use generative AI for lesson planning,
assessment creation, and instructional content development.
Q9. How have you used generative AI tools (such
as ChatGPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc.) in the classroom?
Please select all that apply. Teachers who have
used AI in the classroom n=75
None of the above
Other
Student tutoring
Classroom assistants
Automating administrative tasks
Analyzing student data
Customizing individual
student experiences
Grading
Assessment/test creation
Creating lesson plans
Creating instructional materials
including test questions
17%
11%
13%
15%
16%
21%
21%
28%
36%
37%
45% High school participants are
much more likely to use AI for
tutoring, while elementary
school participants are much
less likely .
“Other” mentions include:
“Letters to parents”
“Text-to-speech”
“Feedback generation”
“Only to check to see if the students’ essays
are AI generated”
“Reading programs”
“Writing IEP goals”
“Creating syllabus”
“To create messages and emails to my
students . To create recommendation letters .”
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56% of participants report that they are not familiar enough with
generative AI to use it.
Current Barriers to Use of Generative AI
Q10. Why have you not used generative AI tools (such as Chat GPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc.) in the classroom?
Please select all that apply. Teachers who have NOT used AI in the classroom n=32
6%
6%
6%
9%
9%
9%
13%
19%
22%
22%
25%
56%
Other
9%None of the above
We do not have access to the necessary technology
I do not see the benefits for teachers or districts
My district or school does not permit its use
I do not see the benefits for students
I believe it does not have a place in K-12 education
I am concerned about bias
I don’t trust its accuracy
Increases the amount of screen time for students
I have concerns about data privacy
I have ethical concerns
I am not familiar enough with it
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generative AI to use it.
Current Barriers to Use of Generative AI
Q10. Why have you not used generative AI tools (such as Chat GPT, Bard, DALL-E, etc.) in the classroom?
Please select all that apply. Teachers who have NOT used AI in the classroom n=32
6%
6%
6%
9%
9%
9%
13%
19%
22%
22%
25%
56%
Other
9%None of the above
We do not have access to the necessary technology
I do not see the benefits for teachers or districts
My district or school does not permit its use
I do not see the benefits for students
I believe it does not have a place in K-12 education
I am concerned about bias
I don’t trust its accuracy
Increases the amount of screen time for students
I have concerns about data privacy
I have ethical concerns
I am not familiar enough with it
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