98 teens got together to craft an AI bill. Here’s what happened.
Summary
NPR's Consider This explores a mock student Senate in Boston where 98 teens from across the country drafted the "Students First Act" to guide schools on AI usage. The episode details how these student senators debated and passed a bill requiring AI literacy education, banning AI on graded tests, and mandating human intervention for students in crisis. Hosted by Juana Summers, the story highlights the teens' efforts to create practical guardrails for AI in education before the bill is sent to school leaders nationwide.
Topics discussed
NPR fundraiser and introduction
Teens crafting AI guidance for schools
Sponsors: IXL, BetterHelp, and Workday
Mock Senate gathering in Boston
Oath of office and event sponsors
Debate on AI literacy and early education
Rules on testing, appeals, and safety
Final vote passes the Students First Act
Credits and closing sponsors
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