AI and the Reading Slide | Salt Lake City News

Fifteen-year-olds in the U.S. are hitting a 25-year low in reading skills, despite having more tools than ever — and it’s not just a domestic problem, as global scores have dropped sharply over the past decade. AI is playing a growing role, with nearly half of students using it weekly for schoolwork — but those who avoid it for writing assignments tend to perform better. While AI can help brainstorm or check work, many students rely on it too early, skipping vital learning struggles. Teachers lack clear guidance on how to use these tools wisely. The key? Balancing tech with critical thinking, curiosity, and human connection — and parents must help ensure technology supports, not replaces, deep learning. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/862fd6378786a15c