Ibaraki City launches pilot school administration AI using domestic LLM

Ibaraki City in Osaka Prefecture has launched a nationwide first pilot program to test school administration AI for elementary and junior high schools. In collaboration with NTT West, the initiative utilizes a purely domestic private Large Language Model (LLM), specifically the latest version of NTT’s ‘tsuzumi 2’.

The project aims to address challenges faced by educators, such as time-consuming document searches and creation due to information being scattered across various servers. By using an on-premise generative AI application, the pilot seeks to provide a secure environment for handling sensitive educational data while improving operational efficiency.

Key functions of the AI include chat-based inquiries, searching and summarizing administrative documents, and assisting with document drafting. The demonstration will run through March 31, 2027, evaluating the system's effectiveness, safety, and usability through teacher surveys and interviews. The ultimate goal is to reduce administrative workloads, allowing teachers to dedicate more time to students.