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On Thursday, 2 October 2025, the published earlier this week by Dr Ann Marcus-Quinn and Professor Selina McCoy in the journal The Economic and Social Review.

The research analysed the acceptable use policies (AUPs) in a sample of second-level schools with more than 1,000 students. AUPs traditionally govern internet and device use.

The study found just six of the 51 schools had up-to-date AUPs, revealing a general lag in policy updates that address rapid digital advancements in schools.

A spokesperson for the Department of Education and Youth said it was currently finalising guidance on the use of AI in teaching and learning.

"It is expected that this guidance will issue in the coming weeks."

There is summary of the research available at: