Literacy
AI is making reading books feel obsolete – and students have a lot to lose
AI is making reading books feel obsolete – and students have a lot to lose AI is making reading books feel obsolete by providing workarounds that allow students to summarize and analyze texts without having to read them themselves. The use of generative AI in education has led to a decline in reading habits among […]
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AI literacy: What it is, what it isn’t, who needs it and why it’s hard to define
AI literacy: What it is, what it isn’t, who needs it and why it’s hard to define AI literacy refers to a set of competencies that enables individuals to critically evaluate AI technologies, communicate and collaborate effectively with AI, and use AI as a tool online, at home, and in the workplace. The US executive […]
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How do children learn to read? This literacy expert says ‘there are as many ways as there are students’
How do children learn to read? This literacy expert says ‘there are as many ways as there are students’ Despite efforts to improve reading skills, two-thirds of US fourth-graders still struggle with basic literacy, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that meets individual students’ needs. A balanced literacy framework combines phonics instruction with teacher-led […]
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Mississippi’s education miracle: A model for global literacy reform
Mississippi’s education miracle: A model for global literacy reform Mississippi's reforms have led to significant gains in reading and math, despite the state being one of the lowest spenders per pupil in the U.S. Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images In a surprising turnaround, Mississippi, once ranked near the bottom of U.S. education standings, has dramatically improved its […]
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