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Posted on June 26, 2025 by Tina Reed

Data: Gen Z Wary of AI Effects, Wants More Guidance From School, Work

Artificial Intelligence Higher Education

“Gen Z Americans are known for being tech-savvy digital natives, but a new survey shows they’re hesitant about the impact of the evolving world of generative AI.

Recently published data from Gallup, supported by the Walton Family Foundation and GSV Ventures, found that the average young person (age 13 to 28) is skeptical about the effects of generative AI on their critical thinking and creativity, despite engaging regularly with the tools and seeing their importance for the future.

K-12 students want clear guidelines on when to use generative AI in their coursework and more education on how to use AI to prepare them for work. Gen Z adults currently in the workforce report a lack of guidance on when or how to use generative AI, revealing a lack of training along their career pathways.”