Why banning AI in the classroom will not be enough to remedy poor reading skills in a post-literary society
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THE AI ANGLE
Producing abundant, interactive text that strips writing of its traditional authorityNew York City banned generative AI for younger grades following declines in international reading scores. The policy treats surface symptoms of a long shift away from print literacy toward digital oral communication. Schools now face the challenge of teaching reading while society rewards immediate, interactive media.
THE TEACHING ANGLE
Standardized tests measure solitary print reading even as modern media environments prioritize fluid dialogue.Read the original at theconversation.com Generate teaching or study materials
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