New Guidance from TeachAI and CSTA Emphasizes Computer Science Education More Important than Ever in an Age of AI

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showing that people with a greater grasp of underlying computing concepts are able to use AI tools more effectively than those without.

"Even in an age of AI, teachers are indispensable for delivering high-quality and equitable computer science education," said Bryan Twarek, Head of Research and Innovation at CSTA. "We aim to empower teachers by prompting their thinking with some early insights from other educators and researchers."

To inform this initiative and better understand educator perspectives and expectations related to the role of AI in CS curriculum and education, TeachAI and CSTA conducted a survey of primary and secondary computer science teachers in the spring of 2024.

Key Survey Findings

CS teachers are mostly optimistic or neutral on the potential benefits and risks of AI in CS education: 52% said the benefits outweigh the risks, 43% see an equal mix, and only 5% said the risks outweigh the benefits.CS curriculum is due for a change: 80% of teachers agree that core concepts in CS education should be updated to emphasize topics that better support learning about AI.CS teachers need support to teach with and about AI: 88% indicated a need for additional resources and professional learning to teach with and about AI.

"We need to help students learn to ask questions well," said Christina Gardner-McCune, associate professor at the University of Florida and co-chair of AI4K12. "We need to teach them to have ownership of these tools."

In celebration of the launch, TeachAI will host launch webinars on Wednesday, August 14. To register, visit www.teachai.org/webinars or visit teachai.org/cs to learn more about the guidance.

About TeachAI
TeachAI brings together education leaders and technology experts to assist governments and education authorities in teaching with and about AI. The initiative is led by Code.org, ETS, the International Society for Technology in Education, Khan Academy, and the World Economic Forum and advised by a diverse group of 150+ organizations, governments, and individuals. TeachAI's goals include guiding policy, building community and capacity, and increasing awareness. To learn more about TeachAI, please visit www.teachai.org/about.

About CSTA
The Computer Science Teachers Association's (CSTA) mission is to empower, engage, and advocate for K-12 computer science teachers worldwide. With more than 25,000 members, CSTA supports and promotes the teaching of computer science and other computing disciplines. Visit https://csteachers.org/ to learn more.

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