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Research Summary: Research: Evidence-informed policymaking and fast-changing technology
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- UK Department for Education
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- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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- 25 September 2026
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- 1 min
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- Knowledge Resource
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The UK Department for Education has released a report outlining principles for evidence-informed policymaking in contexts involving rapidly evolving technology, citing artificial intelligence in education as a key example. This initiative aims to address the challenges of developing policy effectively when technological advancements are swift.
Why it matters
This development is strategically important as it highlights the increasing challenge of governmental bodies to formulate effective policy in rapidly evolving technological landscapes. Establishing clear principles for evidence-informed policymaking can enhance the agility and responsiveness of regulatory frameworks, ensuring that societal benefits are maximised while risks are mitigated.
Key insights
- The report proposes principles specifically for evidence-informed policymaking.
- These principles are designed for application in fast-changing technology contexts.
- Artificial intelligence in education is presented as an illustrative domain for these principles.
Source
UK Department for Education — https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/evidence-informed-policymaking-and-fast-changing-technology
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