A $10,000 “Elite Degree” Is Coming – What Does it Mean?
Sal Khan is launching a $10,000 elite college degree with Google and Microsoft. A look at what this shift means for students, employers, and the future of education.
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AI Literacy: Unpacking the U.S. Department of Labor's Latest Announcement
The U.S. Department of Labor announces an AI workforce development initiative through apprenticeships and training programs. What it means for learners, educators, and career readiness.
AI in Film and the Power of Making Ideas Visible in Learning
How AI-generated visuals in filmmaking and education share a common goal: making abstract ideas visible. From Darren Aronofsky's AI series to Grassroot's visual learning tools.
Google Gemini's SAT Prep: What to Know Before You Try
Google launches free SAT practice tests in Gemini with The Princeton Review. What it offers, its limitations, and how Grassroot provides deeper test prep.
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Students Who Study With ChatGPT Are Scoring Worse. Yes, Worse.
They solved more practice problems. They felt more confident. And then they bombed the test. A massive study just proved what nobody wanted to hear.
Should You Still Major in CS? Honest Answer From Someone Who's Been Watching This Unfold
Everyone told you to learn to code. Now everyone's saying AI killed tech jobs. The truth is more complicated — and more useful — than either side wants to admit.
Falsely Accused of Using AI on Your Homework? Here's What You Need to Know
Half of all students worry about being wrongly accused of AI cheating. If it happens to you, here's the data, the stories, and the steps that actually help.
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AP Exams Reward a Specific Skill that Most Students Miss
AP exams don't just test what you know — they test how well you apply it under pressure. Most students plateau not from lack of effort, but from lack of useful feedback.
The Future of Work Isn't About Replacement. It's About Relevance.
MIT and Yale point to a future where AI does not replace all jobs at once. It sorts work by relevance, which raises the stakes for students building depth, judgment, and adaptability.
Oracle's Layoffs Aren't Just a Headline. They're a Signal for Students.
Oracle's latest layoffs show students and parents something bigger than one tech story: AI is redesigning teams, careers, and the skills that compound fastest.
March SAT Scores Are Out: What Next?
March 2026 SAT scores are arriving. Here is how to judge your score, decide on a retake, and build a smarter plan for the next test.
AI Education May Soon Be Required in American Law Schools
California may become the first U.S. state to require law students to receive AI training. Learn what this policy shift means for legal education and AI literacy.
Schools Are Blocking AI Tools — What Students Need to Know
Multiple school districts are blocking ChatGPT and other AI tools. Learn why schools are restricting access, what it means for students, and how to use AI responsibly for learning.
AI in Education Is Expanding Fast in China and India: What You Need to Know
China and India are rapidly integrating AI into their education systems. Learn how these global efforts compare to U.S. initiatives and what it means for students everywhere.
AI in Schools Is Rising - And So Are Concerns About Cheating
AI use in schools is rising quickly, and so are concerns about cheating. Here is how educators and students can use AI as a tool for real learning instead of shortcuts.
How I Superscored a 36 on the ACT After a PreACT Score in the 20s
From a PreACT 28 to a superscored 36, here are five practical ACT prep lessons that helped me improve through plateaus and perform on test day.
Students Who Study With ChatGPT Are Scoring Worse. Yes, Worse.
They solved more practice problems. They felt more confident. And then they bombed the test. A massive study just proved what nobody wanted to hear.
Should You Still Major in CS? Honest Answer From Someone Who's Been Watching This Unfold
Everyone told you to learn to code. Now everyone's saying AI killed tech jobs. The truth is more complicated — and more useful — than either side wants to admit.
Falsely Accused of Using AI on Your Homework? Here's What You Need to Know
Half of all students worry about being wrongly accused of AI cheating. If it happens to you, here's the data, the stories, and the steps that actually help.
AI Literacy: Unpacking the U.S. Department of Labor's Latest Announcement
The U.S. Department of Labor announces an AI workforce development initiative through apprenticeships and training programs. What it means for learners, educators, and career readiness.
AI in Film and the Power of Making Ideas Visible in Learning
How AI-generated visuals in filmmaking and education share a common goal: making abstract ideas visible. From Darren Aronofsky's AI series to Grassroot's visual learning tools.
Google Gemini's SAT Prep: What to Know Before You Try
Google launches free SAT practice tests in Gemini with The Princeton Review. What it offers, its limitations, and how Grassroot provides deeper test prep.
The Shutdown of Stanford Digital Education – Why Online Education Matters
Stanford shuts down its Digital Education initiative after five years. What its closure means for educational accessibility and online learning.
AI Literacy: What Every Learner Needs in 2026
AI literacy is becoming a core educational competency. Learn what it means, why it matters, and how to build these essential skills.
AI Requirements to Graduate: Purdue is Just the Beginning
Purdue becomes the first US university to require AI competency for all undergrads. What this landmark policy means for higher education.
Enablement vs Evasion: 5 AI Shortcuts to Avoid in Learning
Asking for complete answers, skipping reflection, letting AI edit for you—productive struggle matters more than speed.
New Year's Study Resolutions: Fruitful Learning in 2026
Why "study more" fails as a resolution. Research shows getting the right support matters more than logging extra hours.
Learning Over School Breaks — Why Unstructured Time Matters More Than Ever
Free play develops executive function, self-direction, and cognitive flexibility that structured classroom time can't replicate.
The Emotional Side of Learning — And Why It Matters
Math anxiety can tank performance even when you know the material. Why emotional safety is as critical as cognitive support.
Introducing Grassroot v0.1
Grassroot Academy launches with AI tutors inspired by history's greatest minds, covering AI literacy, test prep, and career skills.
Mistakes: the Ultimate Teacher – When Applied Properly – and How AI Can Help
AI tutors that deliberately make errors help students develop error-detection skills—a counterintuitive approach backed by research.
ChatGPT for Teachers vs. Khanmigo: Which EdTech Tool Wins?
One is a teacher productivity suite, the other tutors students directly. The key difference and which approach fits your classroom.
Does AI Make Students Think Less? Cognitive Offloading and How To Prevent It
A 2025 study found heavy AI users score lower on critical thinking measures. What cognitive offloading means for students.
Teaching AI How to Teach Better: The Student-Teacher Paradigm
Students who taught concepts to a ChatGPT agent retained more than those who studied alone. How the feedback loop works.
What Are Students Interested in Learning, Really?
We surveyed 100+ high schoolers on what they actually want to learn. The gap between student interest and curriculum is striking.
How to Get (and Stay) Ahead with AI amid a Changing Job Market
Three strategies to stay competitive: master AI tools, develop irreplaceable human skills, and never stop learning.
AI and the Job Market: Current Disruptions and Future Exposure by Industry
Stanford data: young software and service hires down 13% since ChatGPT launched. Which careers face the most AI exposure.
ChatGPT as a Study Tool: Where it Excels and Where it Falls Short
Great for memorizing amino acids, not so great at explaining why you bracket roots in calculus. We tested both scenarios.
AI in College Applications: Comparing Three LLMs
We tested ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini on a Brown essay prompt. Each had strengths, but none wrote beyond surface-level.
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