Parents Cautiously Optimistic on AI in Schools: Content Safety and Data Privacy Among Top Worries
Norton, a consumer Cyber Safety brand of Gen (NASDAQ: GEN), released insights on parents' views about AI in education and shared best practices for a safe back-to-school season. A recent survey found that 93% of parents with school-aged children are concerned about AI use in classrooms. Top worries include:
- 51% fear inappropriate content exposure
- 50% worry about biased or incorrect AI-generated content
- 46% are apprehensive about children sharing personal data online
Despite concerns, 49% of parents would approve of their child using AI for schoolwork. Norton recommends protecting personal information, verifying website safety, using a VPN, enabling age-appropriate settings, and promoting integrity and responsibility to keep children cybersafe at school.
Norton, un marchio di Cyber Sicurezza per i consumatori di Gen (NASDAQ: GEN), ha rilasciato informazioni sulle opinioni dei genitori riguardo all'IA nell'istruzione e ha condiviso le migliori pratiche per un ritorno a scuola sicuro. Un recente sondaggio ha rivelato che il 93% dei genitori con figli in età scolare è preoccupato per l'uso dell'IA in aula. Le principali preoccupazioni includono:
- Il 51% teme l'esposizione a contenuti inappropriati
- Il 50% è preoccupato per contenuti generati dall'IA che potrebbero essere di parte o errati
- Il 46% è titubante riguardo alla condivisione di dati personali online da parte dei bambini
Nonostante le preoccupazioni, il 49% dei genitori approverebbe che il proprio figlio utilizzi l'IA per i compiti scolastici. Norton raccomanda di proteggere le informazioni personali, verificare la sicurezza dei siti web, utilizzare una VPN, attivare le impostazioni adeguate all'età e promuovere integrità e responsabilità per mantenere i bambini sicuri online a scuola.
Norton, una marca de seguridad cibernética para consumidores de Gen (NASDAQ: GEN), lanzó información sobre la opinión de los padres acerca de la IA en la educación y compartió las mejores prácticas para un regreso a clase seguro. Una encuesta reciente encontró que el 93% de los padres con hijos en edad escolar están preocupados por el uso de la IA en las aulas. Las principales preocupaciones incluyen:
- El 51% teme la exposición a contenido inapropiado
- El 50% se preocupa por contenido generado por IA que podría ser sesgado o incorrecto
- El 46% está inquieto por la posibilidad de que sus hijos compartan datos personales en línea
A pesar de las preocupaciones, el 49% de los padres aprobaría que su hijo usara IA para tareas escolares. Norton recomienda proteger la información personal, verificar la seguridad de los sitios web, usar una VPN, habilitar configuraciones apropiadas para la edad y promover la integridad y responsabilidad para mantener a los niños seguros en línea en la escuela.
Norton은 Gen (NASDAQ: GEN)의 소비자 사이버 안전 브랜드로서, 교육에서의 AI에 대한 부모들의 의견과 안전한 개학을 위한 모범 사례를 발표했습니다. 최근 설문 조사에 따르면 93%의 학부모가 교실에서의 AI 사용에 대해 우려하고 있습니다. 주요 우려 사항은 다음과 같습니다:
- 51%는 부적절한 콘텐츠 노출을 걱정합니다.
- 50%는 편향되거나 잘못된 AI 생성 콘텐츠에 대해 우려합니다.
- 46%는 자녀가 온라인에서 개인 데이터를 공유하는 것에 대해 걱정합니다.
우려에도 불구하고 49%의 부모가 자녀가 학교 과제에 AI를 사용하는 것을 승인할 것입니다. Norton은 개인 정보를 보호하고, 웹사이트의 안전성을 확인하고, VPN을 사용하고, 연령 적절한 설정을 활성화하며, 아이들이 사이버 안전을 유지할 수 있도록 정직함과 책임감을 홍보할 것을 권장합니다.
Norton, une marque de cybersécurité pour les consommateurs de Gen (NASDAQ: GEN), a publié des informations sur les opinions des parents concernant l'IA dans l'éducation et a partagé les meilleures pratiques pour un retour à l'école en toute sécurité. Une enquête récente a révélé que 93 % des parents avec des enfants d'âge scolaire s'inquiètent de l'utilisation de l'IA en classe. Les principales préoccupations incluent :
- 51 % craignent l'exposition à des contenus inappropriés
- 50 % s'inquiètent de contenus générés par l'IA qui pourraient être biaisés ou incorrects
- 46 % sont préoccupés par le partage des données personnelles en ligne par leurs enfants
Malgré ces préoccupations, 49 % des parents approuveraient que leur enfant utilise l'IA pour ses devoirs scolaires. Norton recommande de protéger les informations personnelles, de vérifier la sécurité des sites web, d'utiliser un VPN, d'activer les paramètres adaptés à l'âge et de promouvoir l'intégrité et la responsabilité pour maintenir la cybersécurité des enfants à l'école.
Norton, eine Cyber-Sicherheitsmarke für Verbraucher von Gen (NASDAQ: GEN), veröffentlichte Einblicke in die Ansichten von Eltern über KI in der Bildung und teilte bewährte Praktiken für eine sichere Rückkehr zur Schule. Eine kürzlich durchgeführte Umfrage ergab, dass 93% der Eltern mit schulpflichtigen Kindern besorgt über den Einsatz von KI im Klassenzimmer sind. Die größten Sorgen sind:
- 51% befürchten, unangemessenen Inhalten ausgesetzt zu werden
- 50% machen sich Sorgen um voreingenommene oder fehlerhafte KI-generierte Inhalte
- 46% sind besorgt darüber, dass Kinder persönliche Daten online teilen
Trotz dieser Bedenken würden 49% der Eltern der Nutzung von KI für schulische Arbeiten durch ihr Kind zustimmen. Norton empfiehlt, persönliche Informationen zu schützen, die Sicherheit von Websites zu überprüfen, ein VPN zu verwenden, altersgerechte Einstellungen zu aktivieren und Integrität sowie Verantwortung zu fördern, um die Kinder sicher im Cyberspace zu halten.
- 49% of parents would approve of their child using AI to complete schoolwork
- 69% of parents believe AI should be utilized for research in classrooms
- 48% of parents trust lesson plans and curriculum created with AI tools
- 93% of parents are concerned about AI being used in the classroom or at school
- 51% of parents worry about their children coming across inappropriate content through AI
- 50% of parents are concerned about AI-generated content being biased or incorrect
- 46% of parents are apprehensive about their children sharing personal data online
- Only 25% of parents are very confident teachers will be able to identify AI-produced assignments or essays
Insights
The survey reveals a complex landscape of parental attitudes towards AI in education. While
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The survey underscores critical cybersecurity concerns in AI-enhanced education. With
However, the real challenge lies in educating both students and educators about AI-specific risks. The recommendation to verify website safety when accessing AI tools is crucial, as many AI platforms are new and may not have established security reputations. The focus on age-appropriate settings is particularly important, as it recognizes that different age groups have varying levels of digital literacy and risk awareness. This approach could set a new standard for AI safety in educational settings.
Norton experts share top tips for a safe and successful school year
"Keeping our children safe starts with open, ongoing conversations. The Smart Talk, created in collaboration with National PTA, helps families talk about digital safety and promote personal responsibility with technology. With open discussions, we can embrace innovation while guiding children to use technology safely and responsibly," said Kim Allman, Head of Corporate Responsibility and Public Policy at Gen.
Parents' Perspective on the Dangers and Benefits of AI in Education
A recent Norton survey found parents of school children ages 5 and up have mixed opinions on their children using AI. Among the top concerns:
51% worry about their children coming across inappropriate content.50% are concerned that AI-generated content may be biased or incorrect, and they fear an over-reliance on technology.46% are apprehensive about their children sharing personal data online.
Despite these concerns, many parents remain optimistic about AI's role in their children's lives, touting the various ways that it can be used to a child's advantage in the classroom. Norton found:
- Nearly half (
49% ) of parents noted they would approve of their child using AI to complete schoolwork, out of the35% of parents who support their oldest child using AI in the classroom.69% believe it should be utilized for research in classrooms or at school.48% trust lesson plans and curriculum created with AI tools.
- On the other hand, only one-fourth (
25% ) of parents with children ages 5 and up are very confident teachers will be able to identify assignments or essays produced by AI.
Helping Keep Kids Cybersafe
Here are some tips to help keep your children cybersafe at school this year:
- Protect Personal Information: Educate your children on how to safeguard their personal information, especially when it comes to interacting with AI platforms or chatbots. Norton 360 with LifeLock offers comprehensive protection including antivirus, malware, ransomware and identity theft protection, in case your child's personal information falls into the wrong hands.
- Verify Website Safety and Use a VPN: It is important for you and your children to check the browser connection and the URLs to ensure a site is secure, even more so when accessing AI tools or platforms. Norton recommends using a Virtual Private Network, like Norton Ultra VPN, to help provide real-time protection against scammers while also offering secure password management and alerts.
- Enable Age-Appropriate Settings: Using AI settings designed for different age groups will help ensure your family is set up for success when handling AI tools and platforms. Additionally, parental controls like Norton Parental Control will help you monitor and manage your child's online activities.
- Promote Integrity and Responsibility: Norton advises parents and teachers to talk with children and students about the importance of integrity and mindful behavior as a foundational step of Cyber Safety. For example, The Smart Talk—co-created by National PTA and Norton—is a tool to help individual families have tailored conversations about household tech decisions and how to be responsible digital citizens.
For more information and resources on how to stay Cyber Safe in and out of the classroom, visit norton.com.
About Norton
Norton is a leader in Cyber Safety, and part of Gen™ (NASDAQ: GEN), a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom with a family of trusted consumer brands. Norton empowers millions of individuals and families with award-winning protection for their devices, online privacy, and identity. Norton products and services are certified by independent testing organizations including AV-TEST, AV Comparatives, and SE Labs. Norton is a founding member of the Coalition Against Stalkerware. Learn more at www.norton.com.
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