The Minnesota Technology Network’s Student AI Safety Standards are crucial for safeguarding the developmental integrity and privacy of young learners in the UpSkill Minnesota programs. These standards prioritize the ethical use of AI in education, ensuring that AI tools are utilized responsibly, with adult oversight acting as a firewall between the AI and the students. The protocol underlines that while AI opens new opportunities for enhancing educational outcomes, it should be managed carefully to avoid any potential negative impact on the developing minds of children.
All of our programs follow the Minnesota Tech Network A.I. Student Safety Standards. The most stringent A.I. Safety Standards in the Country.
The protocol sets forth the principle that students should have access to AI for educational purposes without AI having direct access to the students themselves. It emphasizes that chatbots and any other unstructured data should only be used with an adult firewall in place, preventing AI from having unimpeded access to young minds. This approach ensures that all interactions with AI are curated, structured, and overseen by responsible adults, thereby maintaining a safe educational environment.
By adhering to these standards, UpSkill Minnesota upholds the most stringent AI safety measures, promoting a learning space where technology enhances education without compromising student well-being or privacy.