An artificial intelligence (AI) program called YourWai, developed in South America, is being piloted in Brooklyn high schools. Teachers in northern Brooklyn are being trained to use YourWai, which generates lesson plans based on students’ needs and desired standards. The program aims to save teachers time and allow them to focus more on creative thinking. However, some educators and observers are concerned about the potential biases and inaccuracies of AI-generated lesson plans. They argue that lesson planning is a vital and creative teaching activity that should not be offloaded to machines.

It is important for teachers to learn how to effectively use AI tools rather than relying solely on them. Additionally, AI algorithms have demonstrated biases, requiring human intervention to align them with specific values. There is also the risk of AI systems presenting incorrect information convincingly, potentially misleading users. As AI technology becomes increasingly integrated into education, educators and students must use it responsibly and under supervision.