New York City officials have imposed a temporary halt on artificial intelligence tools in schools to address concerns over their impact on student learning and academic integrity. The moratorium also includes restrictions on screen time, signaling a broader effort to regulate technology use in classrooms. Educators and policymakers are weighing the balance between leveraging digital tools and preventing potential disruptions to teaching and assessment. The move comes as AI adoption in schools sparks debates nationwide over fairness, creativity, and the future of education.


New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels launched a moratorium to combat artificial intelligence use in the classroom, along with a screen time ...