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How Schools Can Use Student Data to Improve Learning

How Schools Can Use Student Data to Improve Learning

Learning analytics, also known by its Spanish equivalent *analítica de aprendizaje*, represents a significant development in understanding and opti...
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Anthropic's IPO Prospectus Underestimates AI's Impact on Education, Says Expert

Anthropic's IPO Prospectus Underestimates AI's Impact on Education, Says Expert

Anthropic's S-1 initial public offering prospectus, which outlines the company's vision for AI in education, is being criticized for understating the technology's transformative potential and challenges. According to Reda Sadki, the prospectus primarily frames AI's role as a tutoring tool for students and an administrative assistant for teachers. However, Sadki argues that this perspective overlooks deeper implications, such as how AI affects learning outcomes, the value of academic degrees, the training of future professionals, and the ownership of AI systems used in educational settings. The critique highlights that while AI can improve immediate performance, studies show it may not foster durable learning. For instance, a study with high school mathematics students in Turkey found that unrestricted GPT-4 access boosted practice scores but led to lower performance on subsequent closed-book exams, suggesting students learned less when the AI did the work. This raises fundamental questions about the effica...
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How Schools Use Student Data to Predict Who Might Fall Behind

How Schools Use Student Data to Predict Who Might Fall Behind

Learning analytics offers a transformative approach to education, promising to enhance understanding and optimize learning experiences through data...
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Trinity Washington University Survey Reveals Student Perspectives on AI Use and Concerns

Trinity Washington University Survey Reveals Student Perspectives on AI Use and Concerns

Trinity Washington University conducted a survey in October 2026 to understand student usage and opinions regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI). The survey, created by Dr. Rachel Poirier, gathered responses from 158 students across various academic units. Key findings indicate that 53% of respondents are CAS students, followed by NHP students at 21%. The majority of students (88%) disagreed with the statement that they avoided work because AI could accomplish it, and 93% expressed confidence in completing academic work effectively without AI. However, 69% admitted to relying on AI more than they would prefer, and 50% used AI when feeling overwhelmed. ChatGPT was identified as the primary AI platform used by most respondents, with usage typically 1-3 times per week for personal purposes like planning or problem-solving. For academic tasks, students primarily use AI to develop ideas, check information, or generate responses, with less than 2% admitting to simply copying and pasting AI output. A significant ...
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HESS Consortium to Host National Conference in Louisville, Focusing on Technology Strategy

HESS Consortium to Host National Conference in Louisville, Focusing on Technology Strategy

The HESS Consortium is scheduled to host its National Conference in Louisville from November 16-18, 2026. Strata Information Group (SIG) will be sponsoring and attending the event. The conference aims to bring together institutions to discuss technology strategy. SIG, a company with experience working with over 1,000 institutions, will be present to engage in these discussions. The event provides a platform for professionals in the education and technology sectors to network and explore advancements and challenges in technology implementation within their respective organizations.
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MIT Report Highlights 'Cognitive Surrender' to AI Among College Students, Proposes Solutions

MIT Report Highlights 'Cognitive Surrender' to AI Among College Students, Proposes Solutions

A recent report from MIT's Ad Hoc Committee on AI Use in Teaching, Learning, and Research Training has identified a growing trend among college students: 'cognitive surrender' to artificial intelligence. The report indicates that AI technologies can now produce credible and reasonable responses to nearly any undergraduate assignment, including essays, proofs, math problems, and coding tasks. This capability has led students, even at top institutions, to rely on AI at the first sign of academic difficulty. The committee also observed increased student isolation, with fewer students attending office hours or participating in study groups. This phenomenon, described as a significant challenge to higher education, necessitates a comprehensive response, particularly from institutions like MIT.
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Study Explores Student Acceptance of ChatGPT in African Higher Education

Study Explores Student Acceptance of ChatGPT in African Higher Education

A study conducted at Africa's largest distance education institution investigated student acceptance and use of ChatGPT in an Open Distance and e-Learning (ODeL) context. The research utilized an extended Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT2) model, incorporating 'Personal Innovativeness' as an additional predictor. Data from 294 students were analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling. The findings revealed that 'Habit' was the strongest predictor of both behavioral intention and actual use of ChatGPT, followed by 'Facilitating Conditions,' 'Personal Innovativeness,' and 'Performance Expectancy.' Interestingly, 'Effort Expectancy' was negatively associated with behavioral intention, suggesting that students who found the technology easier to use were less inclined to adopt it when other factors were controlled. 'Social Influence' and 'Hedonic Motivation' did not significantly impact behavioral intention.
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United Nations University Workshop Simulates AI Policy-Making in Education

United Nations University Workshop Simulates AI Policy-Making in Education

The United Nations University (UNU) is hosting an AI in Education High-Level Policy Lab titled 'You Are the Minister: What Would You Decide?' This workshop is designed as an immersive policy simulation where participants, including Fellowship Leaders and Fellows, assume roles such as education ministers, policymakers, teachers, and students. Their task is to navigate complex, real-world dilemmas concerning the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in schools and teacher education. The simulation requires teams to address competing priorities, negotiate diverse perspectives, and make critical policy decisions on various AI-related issues. These issues include AI-enabled assessment, data privacy, teacher professional autonomy, and equitable access to technology. The objective is not to find a single correct answer but to explore the trade-offs, values, and consequences inherent in educational policymaking in the era of AI. Each team will present its proposed policy direction, detailing the rationale, c...
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McGraw Hill Reports Q2 2027 Revenue Decline Amidst Digital Shift and AI Integration

McGraw Hill Reports Q2 2027 Revenue Decline Amidst Digital Shift and AI Integration

McGraw Hill Reports Q2 2027 Revenue Decline Amidst Digital Shift and AI Integration
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Florida School Districts Receive Guidance on New AI Regulations from Leonard J. Dietzen, III

Florida School Districts Receive Guidance on New AI Regulations from Leonard J. Dietzen, III

Leonard J. Dietzen, III, has provided insights on Florida's newly adopted artificial intelligence (AI) regulations for public schools in an article for District Administration. These regulations address the increasing use of AI in educational settings and their implications for school districts. Dietzen emphasized that while a July deadline exists for some policy implementations, certain prohibitions are effective immediately. He advises school leaders to consult with legal counsel to differentiate between immediate restrictions and future policy requirements. The guidance also covers parental notice and opt-in requirements, including the provision of comparable non-AI alternatives. Additionally, Dietzen discussed the importance of building student protections into procurement processes, particularly for tools used in prekindergarten through fifth grade, and limiting vendor use of student data.
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McGraw Hill Integrates K-12 Curriculum into Anthropic's Claude for Teachers AI Platform

McGraw Hill Integrates K-12 Curriculum into Anthropic's Claude for Teachers AI Platform

McGraw Hill has announced a new collaboration with Anthropic to integrate its K-12 curriculum into Claude for Teachers. This partnership will allow McGraw Hill's school district customers to securely access licensed curriculum resources within the AI platform. Educators will be able to utilize Claude for Teachers to develop lesson plans, create learning tools, and personalize educational experiences for their students. This initiative positions McGraw Hill as one of the first major K-12 core curriculum providers to connect its proprietary content with Anthropic's AI tool. Claude for Teachers, launched by Anthropic in July, offers verified U.S. K-12 educators free access to Claude, along with connections to evidence-based curricula and other educational resources. McGraw Hill's TeachFX, an AI-native instructional coaching platform acquired by the company in September, is already part of the Claude for Teachers ecosystem, further enhancing the AI-driven educational offerings.
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Emtrain Introduces AuthorAI for Custom Employee Training, Addressing Workplace Risks and Insights

Emtrain Introduces AuthorAI for Custom Employee Training, Addressing Workplace Risks and Insights

Emtrain Introduces AuthorAI for Custom Employee Training, Addressing Workplace Risks and Insights