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Slemrod, Tar “More and more teachers and students are using AI, even though it might do more harm than good” Phys.org, 18 March 2026. https://phys.org/news/2026-03-teachers-students-ai-good.html

Nowadays, more teachers and students are using AI in school, even though it might do more harm than good. Many teachers use AI for lesson plans, and students use it for homework, tutoring, and learning new topics. But schools do not really have enough training or clear rules for using AI. The article shows some problems too. Some students use AI for mental health help, and it can give harmful answers. Also, it is not clear if AI really helps learning. Some studies show students do worse after they stop using AI, and teachers say it is hard to know if the work is really from the student. Parents also worry that AI is weakening skills like writing and critical thinking. At the same time, AI can help students with learning disabilities, give personalized learning, and help teachers save time. In the end, the article says schools should slow down and be careful with AI, not fully reject it, but use it in a responsible way. 

I like this article because it talks about what is really happening in schools today with AI. It shows both the good and bad sides, which helped me understand it better. It also made me think about how I use AI and why I should not depend on it too much for my school work.

Hughes, Eddie “Winston – Salem Coach using AI to train athletes” Spectrum News, 15 April 2026. 

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/news/2026/04/15/winston-salem-coach-using-ai-to-train-athletes

AI is not just used in school, but also in sports to help athletes get better. This article talks about Derrick Speas, a coach in Winston-Salem, who uses AI technology to train athletes. He worked with the Chinese national speed skating team and helped them win medals and world records. He uses AI tools like 3D cameras to scan athletes’ bodies and see their strengths and weaknesses. The data helps him know how muscles will respond and when athletes will get tired. He also uses more tests to get detailed information before training starts. Because of this, athletes like NFL player Kendell Brooks have improved their performance and conditioning. The article shows that AI helps coaches not guess but use real data to train athletes better. It also helps introduce new sports science to the next generation.

I like this article because it shows a different way AI is being used, not just in school but in sports. It helped me see how AI can actually improve performance and help athletes get stronger. I also like how the coach uses real data instead of guessing, which makes training more effective. It made me think about how technology can be helpful in real-life situations.

Kimball, Donald “I spoke with teachers about AI. Here’s how the education system needs to adapt” Washington State Standard, 14 April 2026.

https://washingtonstatestandard.com/2026/04/14/i-spoke-with-teachers-about-ai-heres-how-the-education-system-needs-to-adapt

This article talks about how AI like ChatGPT is growing fast, and schools were not ready for it. The writer spoke with teachers, and many of them are trying to adapt but are worried that AI is making students lose critical thinking skills. Some teachers also think electronics like laptops are more of a distraction than helpful, so they want more learning done by hand or in person. It says schools should not fully remove AI, but they should teach students how to use it the right way. For example, students should say when they use AI, try the work first before using it, and check if the AI is correct. It also explains that AI can help with things like tutoring and reducing teacher workload. In the end, the article says schools should not fully accept or fully ban AI, but find a balance.

I like this article because it shows both sides of AI in education. It helped me understand that AI is not all bad or all good. I also like how it gives simple ideas on how students can use AI the right way without depending on it too much. It made me think about how to use AI better for my own school work.

Feller, Mary Beth, “ASU + GSV Summit brings experts together to discuss AI, education equity” Arizona State University News, 15 April 2026.

https://news.asu.edu/20260413-arts-humanities-and-education-asugsv-summit-brings-experts-together-discuss-ai-education

The ASU+GSV Summit is a big education event where experts, university leaders, and tech people come together to talk about the future of learning, especially with AI. The theme this year was “The Power of Fusion,” which means mixing education, technology, and ideas together to improve learning for everyone. A lot of the talks focused on how AI is changing education. Leaders like ASU President Michael Crow said AI can help make learning more personal and help more students succeed. But they also said a big problem is that not everyone has equal access to AI, which could make education unfair if it is not handled well.
They also talked about research and trust in universities. Some speakers said schools need to show that their research helps real people in society so they can get more support and funding. Others said countries need to invest in education and AI to stay competitive. The summit also shared real AI projects. ASU created something called CreateAI, which lets students and staff build AI tools without needing coding skills. There were also AI agents that can help teachers make quizzes, organize notes, and improve learning faster. Another important part was mental health in education. Goldie Hawn talked about her MindUP program, which teaches kids how to understand their emotions and reduce stress. ASU is working with her foundation to bring this into schools.
I like this article because it shows how AI is not just about technology, but also about students, teachers, and real-life learning. It connects to education, mental health, and future jobs, which makes it interesting for me as a student because it shows how school and learning might change in the future and how I can benefit from it.

Horvath, Bruna “Allbirds, once a buzzy shoe startup, pivots to AI” NBC News, 15 April 2026. https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/allbirds-buzzy-shoe-startup-pivots-ai-rcna331943 

This article is about how Allbirds, a shoe company, is changing its whole business to focus on AI. They are even changing their name to NewBird AI and investing about $50 million into AI technology. They plan to buy powerful computers (GPUs) and provide AI services because a lot of companies need more AI power right now. Because of this big change, their stock price went up a lot, even though the company has been struggling. Before this, Allbirds was not doing well; they closed stores and sold part of their brand.
The article also warns that this kind of sudden change can be risky. It gives an example of Long Island Iced Tea Corp, which tried to switch to crypto and failed badly. I liked this article because it shows how powerful AI is becoming and how even a shoe company is changing its whole business just to be part of AI. It also helped me understand that not every company succeeds when they switch to a new trend, so it made me think more critically about AI and business decisions. 

Vilcarino, Jennifer. “The Risks and Rewards of AI in School: What to Know.” Education Week, 30 Jan. 2026, https://www.edweek.org/technology/the-risks-and-rewards-of-ai-in-school-what-to-know/2026/01. Accessed on 09 March 2026.

This Education Week article discusses both the positive and negative effects of artificial intelligence in education. According to research mentioned in the article, many teachers and students are already using AI tools in school. AI can help students understand difficult material, explain concepts in different ways, and support students with disabilities. However, researchers are also concerned that students may rely too much on AI for homework or answers instead of learning on their own. The article also mentions that AI could affect the relationship between teachers and students if teachers begin to question whether students are completing their work honestly.

I chose this article because it clearly explains both the benefits and risks of AI in schools. Since AI tools are becoming more common in education, it is important to understand how they can help students but also how they might affect learning and critical thinking. This article also connects to what we have been discussing in class about how AI can support learning while still creating concerns about academic honesty and dependence on technology.

Vilcarino, Jennifer. “The Risks and Rewards of AI in School: What to Know.” Education Week, 30 Jan. 2026, https://www.edweek.org/technology/the-risks-and-rewards-of-ai-in-school-what-to-know/2026/01. Accessed on 09 March 2026.

This Education Week article discusses both the positive and negative effects of artificial intelligence in education. According to research mentioned in the article, many teachers and students are already using AI tools in school. AI can help students understand difficult material, explain concepts in different ways, and support students with disabilities. However, researchers are also concerned that students may rely too much on AI for homework or answers instead of learning on their own. The article also mentions that AI could affect the relationship between teachers and students if teachers begin to question whether students are completing their work honestly.

I chose this article because it clearly explains both the benefits and risks of AI in schools. Since AI tools are becoming more common in education, it is important to understand how they can help students but also how they might affect learning and critical thinking. This article also connects to what we have been discussing in class about how AI can support learning while still creating concerns about academic honesty and dependence on technology.

Boulanger, Lauren. “AI Has Done Far More Harm Than Good in My Classroom.” Education Week 7 August 2025. https://www.edweek.org/technology/opinion-ai-has-done-far-more-harm-than-good-in-my-classroom/2025/08 Accessed 19 February 2026.

This article focuses on a high school English teacher who believes AI has done more harm than good in her classroom. Although school administrators are excited about using AI, she explains that many students mainly use it to cheat. She has seen numerous AI-generated essays being submitted as original work. She also points out how difficult it is to prove when students use AI. Even when teachers check revision history, students sometimes find ways to make it appear as though they wrote the work themselves. As a result, this situation has created stress and a sense of distrust in the classroom environment.

I chose this article because it shows a real-life perspective from a teacher who is directly affected by AI use in schools. It shows concerns about academic honesty and the importance of the writing process in helping students think and grow. This source is important for my project because it presents the challenges of AI in education and helps me understand the negative side of the issue, which will allow me to build a more balanced argument.