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Trump Administration Drafts Executive Order to Bring AI Education to U.S. Classrooms

The predecisional draft outlines federal initiatives to integrate AI into K-12 education through public-private partnerships, teacher training, and student competitions.

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Overview

  • The draft executive order, titled 'Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth,' is under review and could be amended or abandoned before issuance.
  • It proposes creating a White House task force on AI education, chaired by Michael Kratsios, with participation from federal agencies and advisors like David Sacks.
  • Federal agencies would be directed to collaborate with industry, academia, and nonprofits to teach foundational AI literacy and critical thinking skills to students.
  • The draft emphasizes teacher training, requiring professional development to integrate AI into all subject areas, and prioritizing federal grants for this purpose.
  • The plan includes a 'Presidential AI Challenge' competition and the development of apprenticeships in AI-related fields to build a skilled future workforce.