- ChatGPT for Teachers gives teachers unlimited access to GPT-5.1 automated messaging
- Platform supports file upload, image generation, memory and application connectors
- Compliance with the Family Education Rights Act Ensures Student Data Protection
OpenAI has introduced a version of ChatGPT specifically designed for teachers, free for verified U.S. K-12 educators through June 2027.
The platform offers unlimited messages with GPT-5.1 Auto, search capabilities, file uploads, connectors to other applications and image generation.
OpenAI says the move is a way for teachers to streamline lesson preparation and explore AI independently, while experimenting with AI tools suitable for classroom use.
Secure and compliant workspace
ChatGPT for Teachers provides a secure environment designed to protect student information, ensuring compliance with the Family Educational Rights Act and broader FERPA requirements.
Anything shared in this workspace is not used to train OpenAI models by default, thereby reinforcing privacy standards.
Teachers can personalize responses based on grade level, curriculum, and preferred formats, creating an experience tailored to their teaching style while integrating productivity tools to save time on prep work.
Teachers can share discussions with colleagues, co-plan lessons, and use custom GPTs to develop models collaboratively across schools or districts.
The platform also integrates with popular tools like Canva, Google Drive, and Microsoft 365, ensuring that each session begins with relevant classroom context.
OpenAI has included examples of teachers actively using ChatGPT to help new users adapt quickly and discover out-of-the-box ideas for lesson planning.
The program builds on OpenAI’s partnerships with organizations like the American Federation of Teachers and collaborations with education ministries in countries like Estonia and Greece.
These initiatives aim to equip educators with practical AI skills and expand the adoption of generative AI in education.
Features like study mode guide students through step-by-step explanations, and LLMs are integrated to generate material, answer queries, and support interactive learning.
School and district leaders can manage accounts with role-based access, SAML SSO authentication, and centralized domain control, ensuring consistent security across campuses.
Educator status verification is securely managed by SheerID, allowing teachers to create a free workspace and invite colleagues.
“Among the 800 million people who use ChatGPT each week, teachers are among the first and most active adopters. Three in five (opens in new window) already use an AI tool,” OpenAI said in a blog post.
“This work builds on our partnership with the American Federation of Teachers to support teacher-led innovation and equip 400,000 K-12 teachers with practical AI skills. »
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