OECD.AI Policy ObservatoryHow governments and institutions describe AI policy activity, and where comparative datasets or methodological notes can be found.
It is useful for policy research when learners inspect definitions and methods rather than treating charts as neutral facts.
Policy learners, researchers, journalists and public officials.
Use one dated dataset or country comparison at a time; archive the query, read methodology and name missing jurisdictions or data gaps.
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How governments and institutions describe AI policy activity, and where comparative datasets or methodological notes can be found.
Fit and purpose
Why the resource is here and what to know before beginning.
Why selected
It is useful for policy research when learners inspect definitions and methods rather than treating charts as neutral facts.
Suitable for
Policy learners, researchers, journalists and public officials.
Prerequisites
Basic policy and data-literacy skills are useful.
Use and access
How to plan the time, access, and practical requirements.
How to use it
Use one dated dataset or country comparison at a time; archive the query, read methodology and name missing jurisdictions or data gaps.
Language
English and selected OECD language support; page-level parity varies.
Access
Public portal access is free; downloads and partner resources may have separate conditions.
Accessibility
Interactive filters, maps, tables and charts were not tested for keyboard and screen-reader equivalence.
Interpretation and permissions
What frames the perspective, reuse, and the claims we make about it.
Perspective
Intergovernmental comparative-policy perspective with OECD membership and partner-data boundaries.
Rights
Check OECD and partner terms before reproducing datasets or charts; cite query date and methodology.
Strengths
Cross-country policy coverage
Methodology and issue pages support deeper inquiry
Limitations
Comparability depends on definitions and reporting completeness
The dynamic portal can change after a lesson is written
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