Source: Orizzonte Scuola

Orizzonte Scuola highlights a concerning trend in Italian education: while 84% of students regularly use artificial intelligence tools, only 18% have received guidance from schools on how to use them responsibly. Educator and AI expert Fenu warns of a potential “generation of AI-diots,” referring to students who rely on AI without understanding its proper application, ethical considerations, or limitations.

The article raises legal and ethical concerns regarding the lack of school policies regulating AI use in education. Without clear guidelines, students risk misusing AI tools for cheating, plagiarizing, or spreading misinformation. Additionally, the lack of instruction may result in students developing a superficial understanding of AI technologies, limiting their critical thinking skills and increasing reliance on algorithmic outputs.

Legal experts stress the need for educational institutions to implement policies addressing responsible AI use, including data privacy, academic integrity, and the ethical implications of AI-generated content. The article calls on schools to bridge the gap between AI integration and proper student education to avoid long-term academic and social consequences.