Report
K-8 Computer Science & AI Education
A survey of 500 teachers and 100 administrators surfaces where current tools fall short and where hands-on, collaborative approaches can help close the gap.
Across the U.S., K–8 teachers and administrators agree: computer science (CS) and artificial intelligence (AI) are essential literacies for the next generation.
61% of US admins believe CS should be taught as a core subject like Math, English, and Science.
69% of CS teachers believe screens should support hands-on learning, not replace it.
47% of teachers and admins say their schools lack the readiness to teach AI responsibly.
90% of CS teachers say students feel confident with AI, yet many can't identify bias or misinformation.
Today’s classrooms lack the tools, training, and methods to teach CS & AI in ways that truly engage and empower both students and teachers.
of computer science teachers desire more support for teaching with and about AI.
of teachers say hands-on collaboration effectively teaches computer science.
of teachers and admins say their current tools offer no hands-on opportunities.
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