NY teachers push for AI protections in the classroom
(Spectrum News | July 3, 2025) At a recent rally in Ithaca, teachers called on state lawmakers to protect the uniquely human side of their profession. Many fear that without regulation, AI tools could replace core parts of their job — and damage the critical teacher-student connection …
… Experts say the goal isn’t to ban AI in schools; it’s to use it wisely.
“If you define education narrowly as delivering information, then sure, AI can help,” said Dr. Jing Lei, a professor of instructional design at Syracuse University. “But teaching is also about inspiration, empathy and mentorship, things only humans can offer.”