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Generative artificial intelligence tools will be trialled in Western Australian classrooms in a state and Commonwealth government bid to reduce the time spent on lesson planning and other administrative tasks. A $4.7 million investment to test the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in eight classrooms across the state in partnership with Catholic Education WA, the Association of Independent Schools of WA, and the School Curriculum and Standards Authority. The non-government sector is committing $300,000, with the remainder made up by an equal state and Commonwealth government co-investment.

Summary

The article examines a collaborative initiative by the state of Western Australia and the Commonwealth government to trial generative AI tools in classrooms with the goal of reducing teachers' administrative workload. With a $4.7 million investment, the project will test AI applications in eight schools in partnership with Catholic Education WA and other educational authorities. While primarily focused on enhancing educational efficiency, the trial holds broader implications for AI governance in public policy. Though not directly related to catastrophic AI risks, the initiative reflects increased governmental interest in the governance and ethical deployment of AI technologies.

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