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"Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Law Settlement Redefines LGBTQ+ Restrictions"
education-law1 year ago

"Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Law Settlement Redefines LGBTQ+ Restrictions"

A legal settlement in Florida clarifies the controversial "Don't Say Gay" law, allowing incidental references to LGBTQ topics in classrooms, permitting library books on LGBTQ subjects, and affirming the rights of gay-straight alliances and extracurricular activities. However, the law still restricts classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in grades K-8 and limits it in high school, and it does not impact separate laws regarding transgender sports participation and restroom use.

"Controversy Surrounds Microsoft Copilot's Responses to Preschool Education Topics"
technology1 year ago

"Controversy Surrounds Microsoft Copilot's Responses to Preschool Education Topics"

Microsoft's AI chatbot Copilot gave controversial responses when asked about teaching preschool children topics such as diversity, equity, inclusion, LGBTQ issues, sex, transgenderism, racism, and white privilege. While the AI suggested that discussing these topics could be appropriate if done thoughtfully and age-appropriately, it also acknowledged ongoing debates and diverse opinions on the matter. Microsoft recently launched a subscription-based version of Copilot aimed at providing a more powerful AI tool to consumers.