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Here’s what we have on deck for today…

1. Videos shape teen minds in surprising ways

2. Schools seek tools to manage digital dangers

3. Net neutrality ruling creates new costs for schools

Videos shape teen minds in surprising ways

The American Psychological Association has found that video content affects teenagers differently based on their individual traits and the quality of what they watch.

The research shows that while some teens benefit from educational videos and uplifting content, others may be more vulnerable to harmful messages.

Schools wrestling with video policies might want to rethink blanket platform bans. Instead of restricting specific platforms, educators could focus on:

• Teaching students to evaluate content quality

• Understanding their own responses to different types of media

Schools seek tools to manage digital dangers

Schools are facing a mounting challenge:

How to keep students safe online while teaching.

With 95% of teens using social media and 33% reporting "almost constant" use, classroom devices have become gateways to potential risks, even with firewalls in place.

The cost of managing online safety strains school budgets and teacher time.

As states like Texas consider social media restrictions for minors, schools need better solutions — creating an urgent market for education tools that balance digital learning with student protection.

Net neutrality ruling creates new costs for schools

The federal appeals court just struck down FCC's net neutrality rules, opening the door for internet providers to control how quickly — or slowly — educational content reaches schools.

Here's what this means:

Providers can now charge different rates for different internet speeds. For education innovators developing digital products, this adds a new line item to the budget.

• Companies may need to pay premium rates to ensure their learning platforms and content reach students without delays or interruptions.

• Schools — especially those in rural areas — could face higher costs to maintain reliable access to digital learning tools.

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