ERO calls for national framework as AI use grows in schools

Thursday 30 July 2026 · 4 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 30 Jul, 6:00am

In this story Education Review Office

The Education Review Office reports that three in four students use artificial intelligence for schoolwork. While many teachers use the technology for lesson planning, some secondary teachers expressed concerns regarding its impact on critical thinking. The ERO is now calling for a national framework to improve AI literacy.

How they headlined it

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1. NZ HeraldThu 30 Jul, 6:00am

   Alarming ERO report reveals most teachers fear AI is eroding critical thinking (opens in new tab)

2. Waikato Times via The PostThu 30 Jul, 6:00am

   AI use widespread in NZ schools, better guidance needed: ERO (opens in new tab)

   Also on The Post (opens in new tab), The Press (opens in new tab)