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Khan Academy Launches Free Advanced SAT Verbal Practice Unit
Khan Academy has launched a free, advanced SAT Reading and Writing Challenge unit. Learn how this tool helps students master the digital test's adaptive format.
Khan Academy and OER Project Launch Free, Unified World History Course
Learn how Khan Academy and the OER Project's new free World History course helps students build critical thinking skills instead of just memorizing dates.
Khan Academy Revamps Free High School History with Essay Coaching
Khan Academy's updated high school U.S. History course introduces automated essay feedback and adaptive lessons to shift student focus from rote memorization.
Khan Academy Updates Free Tools for New Math and Finance Rules
Khan Academy launches updated back-to-school tools as new math and financial literacy standards take effect in states like Texas and California.
Khan Academy Redesigns Teacher Tools as Academic Standards Shift
Khan Academy launches updated teacher tools and expanded courses in math, science, and financial literacy to match rising academic standards for 2026–2027.
Why Tech Alone Won't Save Our Schools: Lessons From Sal Khan
Sal Khan warns that EdTech needs human teachers to succeed, as studies reveal virtual schools struggle without intense human oversight and tutoring support.
Five Crucial Questions to Ask About Classroom Technology
Learn how to evaluate educational technology using a new five-question framework and academic research on productive struggle and ESSA evidence tiers.
Khan Academy Adds Free, State-Aligned Texas Science Courses
Khan Academy launches three new TEKS-aligned science courses for Texas schools, offering free middle and high school curriculum funded by ExxonMobil.
Khan Academy Launches Free TEKS-Aligned Math Courses
Khan Academy expands its free, TEKS-aligned math courses for Texas students from third grade to high school, adding new Statistics and Financial Math options.
Google Adds Study Notebooks and SAT Prep to Gemini: What to Know
Google launches Gemini study notebooks with free SAT prep. Learn how this AI tool tracks student progress and what parents should know about privacy.
How Khan Academy’s New Features Use Group Goals to Motivate Students
Khan Academy updates its platform with Gem Challenges and Missions, using collaborative goals and gamification to boost student motivation and practice.
How AI Search Is Changing the Study Tools Families Use
A new EdTech index reveals how ChatGPT and Claude are replacing Google search for parents, while research warns of rising student reliance on AI homework.
