Generative AI
Generative AI refers to a branch of AI that uses data it has been trained on to generate new content, such as text, images, videos, software code, or even music, resembling what humans can produce.
Embedding future-focused learning practices
The department is committed to every Queensland state school providing an excellent education for every student through our
Brighter futures: Delivering excellence in every state school, for every student education strategy.
We are focused on preparing students for success in an ever-changing and connected world by equipping them with the skills and opportunities they need to thrive. By unlocking the potential of every student, we aim to nurture confident and resilient learners that are on track to achieve their educational goals. Through the Brighter Futures strategy, we are embracing innovative teaching practices that connect students and teachers across Queensland, no matter where they live.
This includes helping schools and students safely explore and benefit from new and emerging technologies, such as generative AI, to enrich teaching and learning opportunities. By providing schools with the right resources, including access to digital devices and technology, we are empowering every student and every school to be their best.
Australian Framework for Generative AI in Schools
Education Ministers from all Australian states and territories have agreed that responding to the risks and harnessing opportunities from generative AI technologies is a national education priority.
The
Australian Framework for Generative Artificial Intelligence in Schools (the Framework) aims to provide guidance on the ethical and safe use of generative AI in schools in ways that benefit students, schools and society.
Generative AI in Queensland state schools
Generative AI tools can contribute towards delivering future-focused learning practices that connect students and teachers across Queensland.
Generative AI tools provide opportunities for teachers including:
- creating and customising content
- assisting with administrative tasks / improving operational efficiencies
- designing formative assessment activities
- analysing data efficiently
- checking for understanding
- creating resources to support differentiation
- providing feedback.
Generative AI tools provide opportunities for student learning including:
- personalising learning based on individual student needs
- improving accessibility
- engaging learners
- idea generation
- checking for understanding
- providing feedback.
Teachers play an important role in helping children learn, including teaching them essential skills like critical thinking and creativity. These skills will help students use generative AI in a safe, ethical and responsible way. The department has also developed resources and professional learning to guide teachers in using generative AI in schools and to help them stay informed about this rapidly changing technology and how it impacts teaching and learning.
Corella
Corella, the department's generative AI tool for schools, provides teachers and students with a safe environment to engage with generative AI. Custom-built for educational purposes, it operates within the same secure framework as other departmental digital tools, ensuring all data remains private and stored locally in Australia.
Using Corella, teachers can streamline administrative tasks, develop resources, and enhance teaching and learning practices, while students can use it to brainstorm, research, revise, paraphrase and check their understanding.
By June 2026, Corella will be available to all school leaders and teachers. At the principal's discretion, Years 7 to 10 students can gain access once parental/carer consent is received.
Supporting your child
When considering your child’s use of generative AI tools, you should keep the following in mind.
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Appropriate use: While generative AI can be a helpful tool to support your child's learning, it's important that it doesn’t take away the valuable effort that helps them truly understand and retain new skills or knowledge. It should be balanced with other forms of learning such as reading, hands-on experiences and social interactions.
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Privacy: Always be mindful of the data your child shares and advise them to avoid disclosing personal or sensitive information, as this data could be stored and used in ways they may not intend.
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Security: Ensure that your child is using secure and reputable platforms, and keep all software up-to-date to protect against vulnerabilities.
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Age and access: Before accessing any generative AI tools, you need to consider each tool’s terms and conditions.
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Reliability: Ensure your child is aware that while generative AI tools can generate convincing responses, they are not always accurate. Their results should be carefully reviewed. Guide your child to always double-check the outputs and critically assess the generated content.
The following resources can support you in making informed decisions about the use of generative AI.
Schools have access to guidance and resources to support the operationalisation of the Australian Framework for Generative AI in Schools.