NY Teachers Union Advocates for Strict AI and Screen Time Limits for Young Students

The New York State United Teachers union has passed a resolution proposing stringent restrictions on AI and screen usage for students from pre-kindergarten through second grade. The union seeks to ban individual student screen use, including online assessments, and prohibit AI chatbots for those under 16. They emphasize that any AI integration in schools should be educator-led and prioritize critical thinking over replacing human instruction.