CALGARY — A majority of Alberta teachers surveyed say they have received training on how to use artificial intelligence in lesson planning and classroom materials, according to a new poll commissioned by the Fraser Institute.
The survey, conducted by Leger among teachers in Grades 6 to 12, found 56 per cent of Alberta respondents said they had been provided training on how to use AI in lessons and classroom materials.
The poll also found 44 per cent of Alberta teachers said their schools have policies governing student use of AI, while 37.4 per cent reported their schools hav12e policies covering staff use of the technology.
Nearly four in 10 teachers surveyed, or 39.6 per cent, said they had received training or tools to identify AI-generated work submitted by students. Meanwhile, 36.3 per cent said they had received instruction on how to teach students to use AI responsibly.
The Fraser Institute said the findings suggest many Alberta educators are already adapting to the growing presence of AI in classrooms, although gaps remain as the technology continues to evolve.
Paige MacPherson, a senior fellow with the Fraser Institute and author of the report, said artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly common part of the education system.
“Undoubtedly Alberta teachers are dealing with the impacts of AI use professionally and by their students,” MacPherson said in a statement.
The report noted opportunities remain for additional training and policy development as schools continue integrating AI into teaching and learning.
The survey examined teacher perspectives on training, school policies and classroom use of artificial intelligence among Grades 6 to 12 educators across Canada.
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