On Wednesday local time, U.S. President Trump signed an executive order aimed at incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into American classrooms. Although the specific text of the order has not yet been released, a draft obtained by The Washington Post shows that the order calls for training students in AI application skills and encourages collaboration between schools and businesses to implement relevant teaching programs. The order will direct Education Secretary Linda McMahon to prioritize the use of federal funds to train teachers and administrators on how to apply AI and integrate it into all subject teachings. According to the report, the U.S. government will establish an AI education working group to encourage collaboration between federal agencies and the private sector, with the goal of teaching students "basic AI literacy and critical thinking skills."
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On Wednesday local time, U.S. President Trump signed an executive order aimed at incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into American classrooms. Although the specific text of the order has not yet been released, a draft obtained by The Washington Post shows that the order calls for training students in AI application skills and encourages collaboration between schools and businesses to implement relevant teaching programs. The order will direct Education Secretary Linda McMahon to prioritize the use of federal funds to train teachers and administrators on how to apply AI and integrate it into all subject teachings. According to the report, the U.S. government will establish an AI education working group to encourage collaboration between federal agencies and the private sector, with the goal of teaching students "basic AI literacy and critical thinking skills."