HB 5205
Requiring the State Board of Education to create model policies on the use of technology and artifical intelligence in a public school classroom
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill directs the West Virginia State Board of Education to develop model policies for the use of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in public schools. It establishes standards for AI use, including definitions, guidelines for county boards of education, and resources for students with technology-related learning difficulties. The bill also mandates the creation of an AI sandbox course for high school students. The goal is to ensure technology and AI are integrated effectively and safely into the classroom environment.
Key provisions
- The State Board of Education must create model policies on technology and AI use in public schools.
- County boards of education must ensure instructional technology is safe, effective, and aligned with state standards.
- The bill establishes definitions for key terms, including ‘instructional technology,’ ‘screen-time,’ and ‘artificial intelligence.’
- A resource plan must be created for students with technology-related learning difficulties.
- A West Virginia Balance Act is created to govern the use of technology and AI.
- The state board will create a model artificial intelligence use policy.
- County boards of education must provide parents with information about technology use in the classroom.
- A grade-level framework is established to guide technology use based on student age.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Public Schools
- Students
- Teachers and School Staff
- County Boards of Education
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