08/21/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/21/2024 07:00
Norton experts share top tips for a safe and successful school year
TEMPE, Ariz.and PRAGUE, Aug. 21, 2024/PRNewswire/ -- AI continues to shape our daily lives and education is no exception. While AI offers promising enhancements to education, ethical and safety implications give many parents pause. With 93% of parents of school children ages 5 and up concerned about AI being used in the classroom or at school, Norton, a consumer Cyber Safety brand of Gen™ (NASDAQ: GEN), today released deeper insights into what parents think about their children using AI and shared best practices to safely navigate the back-to-school season.
"Keeping our children safe starts with open, ongoing conversations. The Smart Talk, created in collaboration with National PTA, helps families talk about digital safety and promote personal responsibility with technology. With open discussions, we can embrace innovation while guiding children to use technology safely and responsibly," said Kim Allman, Head of Corporate Responsibility and Public Policy at Gen.
Parents' Perspective on the Dangers and Benefits of AI in Education
A recent Norton survey found parents of school children ages 5 and up have mixed opinions on their children using AI. Among the top concerns:
Despite these concerns, many parents remain optimistic about AI's role in their children's lives, touting the various ways that it can be used to a child's advantage in the classroom. Norton found:
Helping Keep Kids Cybersafe
Here are some tips to help keep your children cybersafe at school this year:
For more information and resources on how to stay Cyber Safe in and out of the classroom, visit norton.com.
About Norton
Norton is a leader in Cyber Safety, and part of Gen™ (NASDAQ: GEN), a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom with a family of trusted consumer brands. Norton empowers millions of individuals and families with award-winning protection for their devices, online privacy, and identity. Norton products and services are certified by independent testing organizations including AV-TEST, AV Comparatives, and SE Labs. Norton is a founding member of the Coalition Against Stalkerware. Learn more at www.norton.com.
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SOURCE Gen Digital Inc.