AI is recommended for education, sparking debate on its use by students and teachers across Europe.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is recommended as a learning tool for both teachers and students, though ultimate responsibility for outcomes rests with the user. Experts view AI as a revolution. In Romania, young people are leading European usage of AI applications, with many using tools like ChatGPT daily for various tasks. Some educators observe that students use AI frequently and uncontrollably, potentially hindering their independent research skills. International examples show varied adoption; in Spain, eight out of ten students use AI for schoolwork, while in Hungary, institutions have developed detection tools despite a lack of comprehensive regulations.
The Romanian curriculum recommends AI for subjects like Chemistry, Economics, Physics, and Informatics, but not others such as Literature or Biology. A former Minister of Education suggests that all subjects can incorporate AI methods if teachers are creative. Students report using AI to manage heavy workloads, while some educators advocate for structured use, emphasizing that students must first research topics from reliable sources before employing AI prompting techniques.
Universities in other countries have implemented specific guidelines; for instance, the University of Eötvös Loránd in Budapest allows responsible AI use with mandatory documentation, prohibiting its use during exams. In Lithuania, most teachers utilize AI for lesson preparation and assessment, and schools have established rules requiring students to cite AI sources when generating ideas.
Despite these advancements, concerns remain regarding digital literacy and the lack of effective plagiarism detection software in Romania compared to other nations. While some critics fear AI reduces critical thinking, proponents argue it is a tool that can be adapted to eliminate educational gaps between different socioeconomic backgrounds.
