Teachers are worried AI is taking over the classroom faster than they can
stop it

Date:
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0000

Description:
Across Europe, 80% of teachers are concerned that AI is having a noticeable impact on education, with some students relying heavily on the technology to complete basic tasks.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Epson survey finds 76% of students expect to be able to use AI in their learning Meanwhile, 81% of teachers believe students think AI can do spelling and maths for them Following the introduction of the EU AI Act, schools must have AI literacy training Are students over-relying on artificial intelligence chatbots? That seems to be the opinion of teachers across Europe, where 80% of educators
have expressed concern about the pace of AI entry into the classroom.

A survey of 3,360 people by Epson discovered over two-thirds (68%) of
teachers feel that AI use in homework has a negative effect on learning. Conversely, over three quarters of students expect to be able to use AI, with almost 90% already using it once a week for school work. This research is released as the EUs AI Act commences enforcement, forcing schools in the European Union to ensure adequate training is provided for any AI tools in use. Latest Videos From TechRadar Watch full video here: Easy task completion Epson Europes Educate to Empower 2026 Research surveyed 3,360 people across the EU, specifically France, Italy, Germany, Spain and Poland, as well as the UK. (There is no equivalent to the EUs AI Act in the UK, although businesses providing services to companies within the EU must adhere to its
regulations.)

AI is developing at speed, and students expect to be able to use it. That means it needs to be managed effectively, with the right governance, guidelines and training in place," said Dr Sarah Henkelmann-Hillebrand, lead for education at Epson Europe. You may like Teachers are getting more comfortable using AI but it isn't helping lower their workload Many businesses are deploying AI faster than theyre preparing employees New study claims just 2% of schools in England have AI strategies

With 76% of students expecting to be able to use AI and 87% already employing it in some way, the horse has bolted on blocking its use. Instead, the survey finds, the focus should be on teaching skills that cannot be short-circuited by AI.

Henkelmann-Hillebrand notes that Its also important to look at how AI can enhance the learning experience. By supporting students and teachers to co-create in immersive learning spaces, using technologies such as projection alongside AI, we can make learning more engaging and collaborative while helping students develop the skills theyll need for a future dominated by AI. Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to the TechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Teachers want more AI training While student use of AI is cause for concern where it impacts their ability to learn and demonstrate comprehension, teachers have an additional challenge.

The surveys findings also revealed that 82% of teachers want more training to oversee the use of AI by students. Additionally and perhaps more significantly 78% want training and guidance on how they can use the technology in their own work.

Could it make more sense for teachers to use AI to reduce their admin, than
to permit AI use by students? If AI is taking over the classroom, it seems sensible to ensure teachers are fully equipped to encourage skills that AI cannot give students, such as analytical thinking, creativity, leadership, problem-solving, and other uniquely human traits. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.



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