AI and the Human Work of Teaching
Educators urge thoughtful use of generative AI that supports—not replaces—their labor and professional role.
Teaching & Technology
Expanding OER in Public Education
Angela DeBarger and Anthony Gabriele discuss the power of open educational resources and practices.
How are States Leveraging Micro-Credentials to Improve the Teacher Workforce?
Explore how and why states’ use of micro-credentials for teachers is growing, along with cautions and recommendations for policymakers.
An Innovative Model for Deeper Learning in NYC Public High Schools
The superintendent of NYC public schools discusses their model for deeper, systems-level learning and use of AI.
‘Big Beautiful’ Reconciliation Bill Will Upend States’ Bottom-Up AI Governance
A 10-year ban would prohibit states from enforcing already-passed laws and passing new laws regulating AI models.
Teaching the History of Civil Rights Through Digital Primary Sources: The 1939 Library Sit-In
New America recaps a webinar that features the 1939 Library Sit-In Project.
An Archive of Former Office of Education Technology (OET) Resources
This archive contains guidance and resources from the former Office of Education Technology at the Department of Education.
What Makes Education a Public Good?
New America hosted a design lab for students, teachers, researchers, and technologists to build ed-tech tools.
Federal Funding for Libraries and Museums on the Chopping Block
An executive order calls for elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, but most of its programs are protected by law.
Empowering Student Agency in the Digital Age: The Role of Privacy in EdTech
Five recommendations emerged after a roundtable examining education technology and the impact of privacy policies on digital student agency.
Q&A with Kristina Ishmael and Ji-Soo Song on their EdTech Careers
Kristina Ishmael and Ji-Soo Song discuss their careers in EdTech.
Young Adults Navigating Media Information
Reflecting on 2024: The Work and Wins That Drove Us
New America’s Education and Workforce teams highlight key advocacy efforts and accomplishments from this year.
GenAI in Education: Potential and Guardrails
In a guest blog for AfterSchool Snack , An-Me Chung wrote about the potentials of GenAI in education and why guardrails are important.
Exploring the Impact of AI on Personalized Learning in High School
The potential of AI to transform personalized learning is promising, yet it comes with challenges and ethical considerations.