New research suggests daily AI use can reduce faculty workload in higher education
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New research suggests daily AI use can reduce faculty workload in higher education

A D2L survey of over 3,000 respondents revealed that while generative AI reduces workload for some users, it also increases monitoring tasks for instructors and administrators, with only 28 percent of institutions having a policy in place. The survey highlights the need for clearer strategies and tools to effectively integrate AI in higher education, emphasizing the importance of teaching students how to apply AI in their studies.

6 Best AI Writing Tools in 2025 for Fast, High-Quality Content

6 Best AI Writing Tools in 2025 for Fast, High-Quality Content

In 2025, AI writing tools have evolved to offer a wide range of functionalities, from drafting and outlining to refining tone and improving structure, catering to different writing needs such as academic, professional, and creative projects. With options like StudyPro AI writer for comprehensive writing support, Grammarly and Wordtune for polishing drafts, and Writefull and Paperpal for formal language quality, writers can choose tools based on their specific goals and workflow requirements, enhancing productivity and writing quality.

50 predictions about what 2025 will bring to edtech, innovation, and everything in between

50 predictions about what 2025 will bring to edtech, innovation, and everything in between

As 2025 approaches, educators face challenges such as pandemic-related learning loss, potential federal policy changes, and dwindling COVID relief funding, while also navigating the integration of AI and addressing mental health issues among students. The education sector is expected to focus on evidence-based solutions, personalized learning, and the use of technology to enhance student engagement and safety, with an emphasis on lifelong learning and career readiness.

Time Spent Using Smartphones (2025 Statistics)

Time Spent Using Smartphones (2025 Statistics)

Smartphone usage has surged significantly, with the average person spending approximately 4 hours and 37 minutes daily on their device, equating to about 70 days per year. This increase in screen time is driven by the growing ubiquity and functionality of smartphones, with internet usage now accounting for more than half of the time spent on these devices, and social media being a major contributor.

Medical schools move from worrying about AI to teaching it

Medical schools move from worrying about AI to teaching it

Medical schools are increasingly integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their curricula, offering courses and dual-degree programs to prepare future physicians and researchers for the evolving role of AI in healthcare. As AI becomes a routine tool for diagnosing and treating patients, educational initiatives focus on responsible use, ethics, and enhancing clinical decision-making, with institutions like George Washington School of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, and the University of Virginia leading these efforts.

UC Irvine leads national survey of artificial intelligence’s role in education

UC Irvine leads national survey of artificial intelligence’s role in education

A study by researchers at the University of California, Irvine and foundry10, supported by the National Science Foundation, found that adolescents are early and eager adopters of generative AI technologies, with almost half having used tools like ChatGPT in the past month. The research indicates that while AI is not yet central in adolescents' lives, it has helped many learn new things, and its adoption does not currently widen existing inequalities among different income groups.