Member

Amendment 497, tabled by the noble Lord, Lord Holmes, seeks to require a further curriculum review focused on artificial intelligence. It was spoken to by my noble friend Lady Caine, who made important points about the speed with which technology and the environment in which our children are living is changing. The rise of AI means that it is important that pupils develop digital and critical thinking skills and are discerning about what they read online. The Curriculum and Assessment Review has been asked to ensure that the curriculum sufficiently prepares children and young people for future life and work, building the knowledge and skills they need to thrive. It already includes digital skills. The review’s final recommendations will be published in the autumn, along with the Government’s response. We have also appointed an expert-led task and finish group to advise on digital, AI and technology, and are taking account of its recommendations in our thinking about how better to prepare children to be ready for an AI and tech-enabled future.