Results of two gatherings make case for visionary yet balanced approaches to AI.
Education
Is Social Media Responsible for What Happens to Users?
A Los Angeles jury will decide whether Meta’s Instagram and Google’s YouTube are addictive and causing harm to teenagers and children — and whether they can be held responsible for it.
A Los Angeles jury will decide whether Meta’s Instagram and Google’s YouTube are addictive and causing harm to teenagers and children — and whether they can be held responsible for it.
How Pittsburgh Is Promoting Intergenerational Play to Support Early Learning
A Pennsylvania initiative is funding local organizations to create playful spaces where kids and adults connect, bond and learn together.
A Pennsylvania initiative is funding local organizations to create playful spaces where kids and adults connect, bond and learn together.
Racism: Those of Us with Institutional Power Must Now Respond with Honesty Not Defensiveness
The Australian Human Rights Commission’s landmark study surveyed over 76,000 university students and staff, the most extensive investigation of racism in Australian universities to date.
The Australian Human Rights Commission’s landmark study surveyed over 76,000 university students and staff, the most extensive investigation of racism in Australian universities to date.
Study Links Increased Broadband Access to Suicide Risk Among Teens
A new paper finds that adolescents spent more time online — and saw worse mental health — once high-speed internet reached their communities.
A new paper finds that adolescents spent more time online — and saw worse mental health — once high-speed internet reached their communities.
‘Hungry Kids Are Not Going to Learn’: See How These Students Benefit From Universal School Breakfast
In the 2023-24 school year, the most recent available data, more than 73 million school breakfasts were served to roughly 470,000 students across the state.
In the 2023-24 school year, the most recent available data, more than 73 million school breakfasts were served to roughly 470,000 students across the state.
Schools Are Increasingly Telling Students They Must Put Their Phones Away – Ohio’s Example Shows Mixed Results Following New Bans
Another 10 states have passed other measures that require local school districts to take some kind of action on cellphone usage.
Another 10 states have passed other measures that require local school districts to take some kind of action on cellphone usage.
Truly Good Schools Aren’t Derailed by Staff Turnover. They’re Built for It
Pondiscio: Fragile schools rely on great teachers. Durable schools have clear, consistent routines that help ordinary teachers raise their game.
Pondiscio: Fragile schools rely on great teachers. Durable schools have clear, consistent routines that help ordinary teachers raise their game.
Are America’s Top Colleges Letting in More Students From Low-Income Backgrounds?
Have these efforts paid off?
Have these efforts paid off?
Why America’s Schools Need More Black Male Educators — Like Me
Superintendent's view: Children can’t become what they can’t see. Black male students deserve to see someone like them, who inspires and leads.
Superintendent’s view: Children can’t become what they can’t see. Black male students deserve to see someone like them, who inspires and leads.
Why Storytelling Helps Children Develop Creativity
— In a world full of screens, quick content, and structured learning, storytelling is still one of the best ways to help a child’s imagination grow. Long before there were textbooks and digital lessons, stories were used to teach kids about values, get them interested, and help them understand the world around them. Storytelling is…
Millions of U.S. Students Attend Schools Near Environmentally Hazardous Sites
Students of color are far more likely than their white peers to be taught in these classrooms, according to a new report.
Students of color are far more likely than their white peers to be taught in these classrooms, according to a new report.
What Exactly Is Consciousness? (And Does My Venus Flytrap Have It Too?)
In new book, author Michael Pollan explores nonhuman sentience, stream of thought, AI.
In new book, author Michael Pollan explores nonhuman sentience, stream of thought, AI.
Top Benefits of PMP Certification for Career Growth
— Why do some project managers advance faster in their careers while others struggle to stand out? Often, the difference lies in specialized skills and recognized credentials. PMP® Certification Training helps professionals build structured project management knowledge that organizations value across industries. Many professionals also explore the earning potential linked with the PMP Certification Salary, which…
Teacher Desks: Choosing the Right Desk for a Productive Classroom
— Teacher desks play a crucial role in shaping the organization and efficiency of any classroom environment. A well-designed teacher desk provides educators with a dedicated workspace to manage lesson plans, store teaching materials, and maintain classroom structure. While student seating and learning tools often receive the most attention, teacher desks quietly serve as the command…
5 Things the Government Can Do to Help Make Reading Cool Again
Aldeman: Policymakers in Washington are starting to pay attention to the continuing decline in literacy scores. Here are some steps they can take.
Aldeman: Policymakers in Washington are starting to pay attention to the continuing decline in literacy scores. Here are some steps they can take.