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Google backtracks on forcing AI into school Search and Classroom tools

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What happened

Google initially tied the Gemini on/off control for K-12 Google Classroom to Search, so turning AI off also removed Search for administrators, a change the EFF calls a forced ultimatum. Following criticism, Google said Gemini, Gemini notebook and Search will each have their own controls, all off by default. Administrators should check these separate settings in their Google Workspace for Education and Classroom configuration rather than relying on workarounds such as search operators, which the EFF notes are unreliable.

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What to do

Administrators should check the separate Gemini, Gemini notebook and Search controls in Google Classroom settings.
Confirm that AI features remain off until the school has decided whether to enable them.

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