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Parents worry about ed tech. Most still see a place for it, polls suggest.

S. Some parents are organizing campaigns to opt their kids out of classroom tech. Others are suing education software companies. But there may be a quieter majority: Parents who support some screen time in schools. That’s according to recent polling, which also indicates parents might welcome…

Parents worry about ed tech. Most still see a place for it, polls suggest.

Recent polls reveal that many parents support some form of technology in classrooms, despite concerns about excessive screen time. According to a National Parents Union poll, 53% of parents believe it's crucial for students to learn AI skills for future careers. Similarly, 80% of parents in an EdChoice poll conducted by Morning Consult indicated they support using laptops in school.

However, there are still some concerns, with 73% of registered voters polled by Morning Consult expressing worry over too much reliance on devices, phones, and AI in classrooms. Parents want safeguards but are open to some technology, particularly when it is used appropriately to prepare students for the workforce.

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