The Hechinger Report

APRIL 10, 2024

PISA, the influential international test, expects to integrate AI into the design of its 2029 test. That said, the technology isn’t there yet, and educators and test designers need to tread carefully , experts warn. It plans to evaluate students on their ability to use AI tools and to recognize AI-generated information.

Assessment 120

Assessment Digital Divide Pearson Broadband 120

Education Superhighway

JUNE 28, 2023

Their plan highlights the complex challenges faced by Maine residents who lack internet access, including limited opportunities for remote work, education, and healthcare, emphasizing the importance of bridging the digital divide to ensure that all residents can participate in the digital economy.

Broadband 52

Broadband Digital Divide Internet Safety Policies 52

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 12, 2024

Pell grants The Pell grant individual maximum award has increased by $900 to $7,395 since the beginning of the Biden administration, part of its goal to double the maximum award by 2029. They say doubling the Pell grant would make it easier for low-income students to earn a degree.

Education 119

Education E-rate Policies Accessibility 119