4.    We broadly support the Department for Education's statement on generative artificial intelligence (GAI) in education. We agree that:

• used appropriately, GAI could reduce teacher workload, but cannot replace human judgement and subject knowledge
• education institutions must protect data privacy, review cybersecurity to handle increased risk from AI, and protect students from harmful content
• the DfE has a central role in supporting schools, trusts and colleges to achieve this
• schools, colleges, trusts and universities need to continue to prevent examination and assessment malpractice, including involving the use of GAI
• students need to be taught, and develop the capabilities to judge, the accuracy and reliability of AI output so that they know how to use it appropriately without over-reliance
• assessments must continue to fairly evaluate students' skills and knowledge and the examination rules and guidance must be regularly updated to respond to developments in AI
• the government should work with experts to identify best practices for using AI in education and workforce training; ASCL is keen to play a role wherever we can add value

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