Nearly 9 in 10 Americans fear AI-generated “deepfakes” targeting students and staff, while 1 in 5 students admit to AI-enabled cheating, a new survey reveals. Despite AI’s potential to reduce teacher workload, 67% believe educators lack AI readiness, creating a “perfect storm” in U.S. education. While 87% want AI literacy taught, most oppose tuition hikes for AI-integrated schools. Two-thirds have experienced AI-driven scams, with students at highest risk. 95% demand explicit consent before using student data with AI tools. Americans favor state oversight, with 3 in 5 supporting education departments setting AI policies. Most see AI’s benefits, prioritizing features like explaining difficult concepts and providing practice questions. (StudyFinds)
1 In 5 Students Admit They’ve Used AI To Cheat At School
Aug 13, 2025 | 8:01 PM