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- 1Major study links high child screen use to poorer outcomes●High screen usage in children linked to poorer outcomes, major study suggests By Dan Milmo Global technology editor Effe
A major new study reported by the Guardian finds that high screen usage in children is linked to poorer developmental outcomes. Researchers suggest the effect of elevated screen exposure could be as significant as parental behaviour and premature birth. The findings add weight to ongoing concerns among parents, educators and health experts about how much time children spend on phones, tablets and other devices.
- 2AI in Schools: A 'Wild West' With Little Research▼Welcome to the 'Wild West' of AI in schools: Research is scarce, but experiments abound
Schools across the country are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence tools for teaching and administration, but experts warn the technology is being deployed with almost no rigorous research behind it. NPR describes the current landscape as a 'Wild West,' with experiments abound while evidence on how AI affects learning remains scarce, leaving educators and parents to navigate unproven tools largely on their own.
- 3Global study finds screen time affects children's wellbeing●Large global study reveals impact of screen time on children’s wellbeing
A large international study has examined how screen time relates to children's wellbeing, with findings now circulating through news outlets worldwide. The research adds to ongoing debate among parents, educators and health experts about how much time children should spend on phones, tablets and computers, and what effects screens have on mood, sleep and development.
- 4Experts warn students against overreliance on AI tools●Experts warn against AI overuse by students | Gulf Times
Education experts are cautioning that students may be leaning too heavily on artificial intelligence tools, raising concerns about weakened critical thinking, reduced writing skills, and academic integrity. The warning, reported by Gulf Times, adds to a growing debate among teachers and researchers worldwide about how AI should be used in classrooms and how schools can balance its benefits with the risks to genuine learning.
- 5Psychiatrist urges parents to rethink sending children to boarding school▼‘You put underdeveloped brains together’: Psychiatrist on why parents should rethink sending children awa
A psychiatrist argues that parents should reconsider sending children away to boarding school, saying it puts 'underdeveloped brains together' without the guidance they need at a formative age. The comments have sparked debate among parents and educators about the emotional and developmental impact of boarding schools versus family life at home.
- 62027 National Convening on AI in Education Announced▼CONFERENCE: 2027 National Convening on AI in Education
A 2027 National Convening on AI in Education has been announced, aiming to bring together educators, policymakers and technology experts to discuss how artificial intelligence should shape teaching and learning. Details about the organisers, venue and agenda have not yet been released. Interest reflects growing attention on the role of AI tools in classrooms worldwide.