Indonesia’s government has issued a joint ministerial decree establishing national guidelines for the use of digital technology and artificial intelligence in education, aiming to ensure that AI tools are used responsibly across all levels of learning.
The decree, known as a Surat Keputusan Bersama (SKB), was coordinated by the Coordinating Ministry for Human Development and Cultural Affairs and signed by seven cabinet ministers. The policy applies to formal education from early childhood programs through universities, as well as informal learning environments, including families.
According to Coordinating Minister Pratikno, the guidelines are designed to promote the responsible use of digital technologies and AI while taking into account children’s developmental readiness. The framework sets age-based rules governing when students may use digital technologies, what types of AI tools are permitted, and how long they may be used.
“Digital technology and AI must be used wisely, especially considering children’s readiness, which is closely related to age,” Pratikno said during the announcement in Jakarta.
Under the policy, younger students will face stricter limitations on both the duration and type of technology they can use. As students progress to higher levels of education, the guidelines allow more flexibility, reflecting the expectation that older learners are better equipped to use advanced digital tools responsibly.
The policy also restricts the use of certain AI systems in schools. For example, elementary and secondary school students are not permitted to use instant-answer AI tools that directly generate solutions to questions. However, AI applications designed specifically for educational purposes—such as robotics simulations or structured learning tools—remain permitted.
The joint decree was signed by the ministers responsible for home affairs, religious affairs, primary and secondary education, higher education and science, digital communications, population and family development, and women’s empowerment and child protection.
Pratikno said cooperation between national ministries, regional governments, educators, and the technology sector will be essential to implementing the policy effectively.
The government hopes the guidelines will help Indonesian students benefit from digital innovation while reducing potential risks associated with AI use in education.
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