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Indonesia Issues Joint Ministerial Decree Establishing AI Use Guidelines for Education

AI in Education EditorialUpdated August 25, 20261 min readRead source
Indonesia Issues Joint Ministerial Decree Establishing AI Use Guidelines for Education
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Indonesia Issues Joint Ministerial Decree Establishing AI Use Guidelines for Education Written by Jeremy Werner Jeremy is an experienced journalist, skilled communicator, and constant learner with a passion for storytelling and a track record of crafting compelling narratives. He has a diverse background in broadcast journalism, AI, public relations, data science, and social media management.  Posted on 03/18/2026  In News Indonesia’s government has issued a joint ministerial decree establishing national guidelines for the use of digital technology and

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How can ChatGPT be used in education?
ChatGPT can serve as an on-demand study partner, essay feedback tool, and concept explainer. Students use it to get plain-language explanations of complex topics, generate practice questions, and receive feedback on drafts. Teachers use ChatGPT to brainstorm lesson ideas, create differentiated materials, and draft parent communications.
Should schools allow students to use ChatGPT?
Leading education researchers and organizations like UNESCO recommend that schools develop clear, transparent policies rather than blanket bans. Allowing ChatGPT for research and brainstorming while requiring original final work teaches students to use AI responsibly — a skill they will need in virtually every career.
Is ChatGPT free for students?
Yes, ChatGPT offers a free tier at chat.openai.com that students can use without a subscription. The free version uses GPT-3.5 and has some usage limits. OpenAI also offers ChatGPT Edu, a discounted plan for academic institutions, with GPT-4o access and data privacy controls required by many schools.
What are the limitations of using ChatGPT for education?
ChatGPT can produce plausible but incorrect facts (hallucinations), lacks real-time information unless connected to browsing, and cannot replace the relational mentorship students need from teachers. It also reflects biases present in its training data, so outputs on sensitive topics require critical evaluation before classroom use.

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