The old question, "How do you know without knowing?" Well then they need to know, best to say they need more than they are getting. More investment is needed and less trying to go backward. As I heard from a college class once. "The future goes forward not backward." Mainly about being below standard. Like you have to get yourself out of the ditch before you get to the starting line. More investment is need to get the kids ready for the future for the nations future! For motivation a 200 HP Nissan Leaf would be better than a Amish horse and buggy!
~~~~As technology continues to advance, it is vital that schools adapt and provide learning opportunities to educators and students, ensuring that technology integration is ethical, equitable, and appropriate. Low-income students and students of color are often left behind in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and technological advancements due to a digital divide that persists for many marginalized communities. Many educators and state and district leaders still have questions about the best approaches to implement emerging artificial intelligence technologies and provide support for students with disabilities who continue to lack digital access.
This series highlights how technology can either enhance or hinder student learning and long-term success and provides policy recommendations to improve the accessibility and use of technology in K-12 schools. https://www.americanprogress.org/series/enhancing-the-use-of-technology-in-k-12-schools