Education: Not without my phone: Teachers complain about smartphone use in the classroom
The teachers in Germany view the digitalization of schools predominantly positively and use AI themselves. However, one problem remains in Germany's schools.
A nationwide survey of 501 German teachers by the IT industry association Bitkom reveals a growing acceptance of digital learning in schools. The findings, presented on Wednesday, show that 95% of respondents view the digitalization of schools as an educational opportunity. Skepticism towards the digital transformation has significantly decreased since the last survey in 2024, with no teacher now viewing it primarily as a risk.
"Digitalization has taken root in schools, very comprehensively," said Bitkom President Ralf Wintergerst at the presentation of the results. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is gaining traction, not just among students. Over half of the teachers now use AI for school purposes, such as lesson and exam preparation. However, the primary use of AI in schools is to teach students how to use it responsibly.
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