Argentina Proposes AI Integration in Education

A deputy of the Argentine province of San Juan, Franco Aranda, has introduced a Bill to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into school and university curriculum. The document will be considered by parliament, as reported by Ahora San Juan, a partner of TV BRICS.

According to Aranda, rapidly developing technologies require the educational system to respond quickly. The bill is aimed at the gradual and comprehensive inclusion of AI teaching in the curricula of public and private institutions. This initiative emphasizes the need for modernizing education to keep up with technological advancements.

The authors of the bill pay special attention to the ethical aspects of AI, based on the recommendations of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and UNESCO. In addition to teaching schoolchildren and students how to work with artificial intelligence, the bill provides for the retraining of teachers and the development of the necessary infrastructure. All educational institutions in the province will have access to high-speed Internet to facilitate AI learning.

The authorities believe that AI education should not be the privilege of a narrow circle of specialists or the city elite, but an inalienable right of every resident of San Juan. This inclusive approach aims to ensure that all students have equal opportunities to learn about and use AI.

If approved by Parliament, the bill will be referred to specialized committees for consultation with experts, education-sector representatives, and the wider public. This collaborative process is designed to ensure that the bill is well-informed and effectively addresses the needs of the educational community.

The integration of AI into the curriculum is expected to prepare students for the future job market, where AI skills will be increasingly valuable. It also aligns with global trends in education, where technology is seen as a key driver of innovation and progress.