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AI in NYC Classrooms Sparks Debate | New York City News
New York City’s schools are caught in a heated debate over AI use in classrooms, with conflicting views on whether to pause or embrace the technology. While the DOE allows AI for brainstorming, organizing, and supervised student projects, critics—including parents, teachers, and City Council members—fear it harms critical thinking and social skills, even calling for a two-year moratorium. But Richard Buery, former deputy mayor and head of Robin Hood, argues against the pause, saying AI can free teachers from administrative tasks to focus on students—making it a valuable tool, not a threat…
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