Children and AI - what do they really think?

In this article I examine the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, particularly its impact on children. I explore various facets of the recent Barnardo's report which investigates children's experience of AI, including the need for children to understand and critically engage with AI, the concerns surrounding privacy and data collection, the importance of balancing screen time with holistic development, the significance of fostering social-emotional learning, the challenge of combating misinformation, and the crucial role of parents in building trust and engagement.