North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Released Guidebook for the Use of Generative AI in Public Schools

Summary
On January 16, 2024, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) released a guidebook for the use of generative AI in public schools. The initial guidebook includes a set of recommendations for using generative AI, with more information to be released in the coming months. School districts are encouraged to create additional guidelines specific to their schools. The state guidebook says that AI literacy should be infused into all grade levels and curriculum areas and stresses the importance of incorporating AI into the classroom in a responsible manner. The guidebook also discusses some common concerns surrounding AI, such as cheating and the protection of student data. The guidebook will be updated regularly.