Haruna Iddrisu Calls for Responsible AI Use in Ghanaian Schools
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Haruna Iddrisu Calls for Responsible AI Use in Ghanaian SchoolsEducation Minister Haruna Iddrisu has urged schools, teachers and parents to guide students in using artificial intelligence responsibly, warning that the technology should strengthen education without weakening independent thought, creativity and sound judgment.Mr. Iddrisu made the call during an interview with Bernard Avle on The Point of View on Channel One TV on Monday.According to the minister, artificial intelligence has significant potential to improve teaching and learning. However, he cautioned against allowing students to depend heavily on AI tools in ways that could affect their ability to think critically and develop original ideas.“AI is the future, but we shouldn’t allow AI to define the tomorrow of our learners,” Mr. Iddrisu said.He explained that the increasing presence of AI in classrooms and everyday life makes it necessary for learners to receive proper guidance on the ethical and responsible use of digital technology.“They should be guided ethically and responsibly, including the online use of gadgets and educationally assisted technology,” he stated.The education minister emphasised that AI should serve as a supporting tool rather than replace the learning process. He said educational institutions, teachers and parents share a responsibility to help young people develop the skills and values required to function effectively in a rapidly changing digital environment.Mr. Iddrisu added that although technology continues to transform education around the world, students must still be encouraged to build creativity, critical-thinking abilities and good judgment alongside their digital skills.His comments follow the growing use of artificial intelligence tools among students and educators, which has generated discussions about academic integrity, online safety and the future role of technology in teaching and learning.The minister’s remarks contribute to the wider conversation about how Ghana can introduce AI into its education system while ensuring that it improves learning and promotes responsible digital citizenship.
Haruna Iddrisu Calls for Responsible AI Use in Ghanaian Schools
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has urged schools, teachers and parents to guide students in using artificial intelligence responsibly, warning that the technology should strengthen education without weakening independent thought, creativity and sound judgment.
Mr. Iddrisu made the call during an interview with Bernard Avle on The Point of View on Channel One TV on Monday.
According to the minister, artificial intelligence has significant potential to improve teaching and learning. However, he cautioned against allowing students to depend heavily on AI tools in ways that could affect their ability to think critically and develop original ideas.
“AI is the future, but we shouldn’t allow AI to define the tomorrow of our learners,” Mr. Iddrisu said.
He explained that the increasing presence of AI in classrooms and everyday life makes it necessary for learners to receive proper guidance on the ethical and responsible use of digital technology.
“They should be guided ethically and responsibly, including the online use of gadgets and educationally assisted technology,” he stated.
The education minister emphasised that AI should serve as a supporting tool rather than replace the learning process. He said educational institutions, teachers and parents share a responsibility to help young people develop the skills and values required to function effectively in a rapidly changing digital environment.
Mr. Iddrisu added that although technology continues to transform education around the world, students must still be encouraged to build creativity, critical-thinking abilities and good judgment alongside their digital skills.
His comments follow the growing use of artificial intelligence tools among students and educators, which has generated discussions about academic integrity, online safety and the future role of technology in teaching and learning.
The minister’s remarks contribute to the wider conversation about how Ghana can introduce AI into its education system while ensuring that it improves learning and promotes responsible digital citizenship.
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