Editorial cover on EvalScribe cream reading "Can you use AI for teacher evaluations? It depends where you are," with three chips (1 specific law (IL); 33 states + PR: general guidance; Keep the judgment human) and a subhead noting Illinois's SB 2909, Georgia's restriction, and the human-judgment principle. Marked as overview, not legal advice.

AI in Teacher Evaluation: What's Allowed, State by State

EvalScribe
September 05, 2026
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Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.

Anthony D. Neely, Ph.D.

Anthony Neely is the Founder of EvalScribe, a veteran educator, an AI integration consultant for teaching & learning, researcher, & author.

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