PEN America: Nearly 12,000 school book bans in a year, a record high
A new study from PEN America reveals that there were nearly 12,000 book bans in public schools over the past year, the highest since tracking began five years ago.
The end of homework? Teachers grapple with cheating in the age of AI
Students are losing their tolerance for “not knowing” something at any given moment.
As the coding boom fades, computer science grads focus on AI skills in choppy job market
It's a difficult job market for new graduates, especially in fields like software development where artificial intelligence is shouldering more of the work.
Chicago woman shows it’s never too late to reach a goal, especially when it comes to education
“It was the big mama,” she said, laughing about her last credential.
Trade schools see enrollment bumps as students worry about AI, job security in white-collar work
At public two-year colleges with a high vocational program focus, enrollment is on the upswing.
Microsoft commits to sweeping AI privacy rules for students. Will other tech giants follow?
As the new school year kicks in, the debate around student AI use is raging. Microsoft just announced it will commit to new AI guardrails and privacy standards in a…
How can schools help homeless students? These researchers have some ideas
Better support could have a particularly big impact in San Diego County, in particular in San Diego Unified School District, one of the California districts with the most homeless students,…
SNAP cuts could lead to kids losing free school breakfast and lunch
Many low-income families are struggling to keep their kids fed, according to a recent survey.
Cash-strapped colleges are draining their endowments to survive
Dipping into the endowment can sometimes work, which is one reason schools keep trying it.
One Tech Tip: How to keep your child’s tablets, laptops from becoming distractions from schoolwork
Schools often provide these devices, and parents can struggle to keep kids focused at home.