Ed provides guidance on the use of federal grants to support learners' outcomes with AI – Journal

ED provides guidance on the use of federal grants to support learner outcomes with AI

The U.S. Department of Education is offering new guidance on how K-12 and higher education institutions use federal grants “to support improved outcomes for learners through responsible integration of artificial intelligence.” The guidance issued in response to President Trump's April 23rd executive order on advances in AI education focuses on three key use cases: AI-based high-quality educational materials, AI-enhanced high impact tutoring, and AI in university and career pathway exploration, advice and navigation.

1: Use high quality AI-based educational materials

According to a July 22nd guidance letter, the Federal Education Fund may be used:

• Develop or procure AI-powered educational tools that can adapt to learners' needs in real time.
• Expand access to high-quality, personalized learning materials across all subjects, grade levels, and learning environments. and
• Train educators, providers and families to use AI tools effectively and responsibly.

2: Use Ai-Enhanced High-Impact individualized tutoring

Federal funds can be used to:

• An intelligent, personalized tutoring system that provides personalized academic support in real-time assessments.
• A hybrid model that complements human tutors by an AI-based learning platform. and
• Diagnostics and scheduling tools using AI match learners with personalized tutoring services based on their needs.

3: Using AI to explore, advise and navigation of university and career paths

Federal funds can be used to:

• A platform that leverages AI to help students identify career interests, explore pathways, and make informed choices.
• A virtual advice system that guides students through course planning, financial assistance, and transitions to postsecondary education or careers. and
• A predictive model that supports educators in identifying students who need additional advice or support services.

The letter also provides the principle of responsible use of AI in education, highlighting that initiatives should be ethical, accessible, transparent and compliant with data protection regulations, driven by educators.

“Artificial intelligence can revolutionize education and support improved outcomes for learners,” Education Secretary Linda McMahon said in a statement. “We will promote personalized learning, sharpen critical thinking, and prepare students with problem-solving skills essential to tomorrow's challenges. Today's guidance highlights the importance of parent-teacher engagement leading to the ethical use of AI, and emphasizes the use of AI as a tool to support individualized learning and progress by integrating AI and basic computer science, while integrating AI and basic computer science.

For more information, please visit the ED site.