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Part 1 - The Amazon-Perplexity Ruling and Implications for "Agentic AI" in EdTech

The 2026 Amazon-Perplexity ruling provides EdTech a critical legal shield: platform authorization now overrides user consent. This allows platforms to legally block agentic AI from accessing learning environments, even if a student provides their own credentials. By enforcing "Human-Only" zones, EdTech tools can protect the "learning signal"—the verifiable telemetry of the writing process—from being erased by invisible bots that bypass cognitive labor.

The "Process" Is the Assignment

For the final essay, the era of the "untraceable PDF" is over. As AI makes the final product easy to generate, the true measure of learning has shifted from the result to the journey. We explore why the writing process is no longer just a means to an end—it is the assignment.

The Landmark Lawsuit Against AI Detectors

February 26, 2026

A New York court just ruled that Adelphi University's AI plagiarism accusation against a student was "without valid basis and devoid of reason." It's being called a groundbreaking case — and it's not the only one.

The Blue Book Backlash: Why "Going Analog" is a Failure of Imagination

February 3, 2026

As universities panic over AI and revert to handwritten "blue book" exams, a new crisis is emerging. This retreat to analog isn't just backward—it’s discriminatory. We explore the data on how banning digital tools hurts neurodiverse students and why process verification is the only equitable solution.

Should Schools Teach AI or Let Students Learn It Themselves?

November 7, 2025

AI is transforming education much like cell phones once did—but with deeper implications. While phones distracted from learning, AI reshapes it by generating ideas and adapting to students’ needs. Educators debate its risks and rewards: overreliance may weaken critical thinking, yet guided use can enhance skills and productivity. As workplaces embrace AI, schools must decide whether to ban, regulate, or integrate it—helping students turn AI from a shortcut into a tool for meaningful learning and long-term success.

Why Student Collaboration Matters More than Ever in the Age of AI

As AI becomes more available to students, it’s changing how they learn — and how they connect with each other. Without balance, heavy reliance on AI could isolate students and weaken the collaboration skills they’ll need in tomorrow’s workplaces. Here’s why group work is more important than ever, and how schools can make it thrive in the AI era.

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