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academic-performance
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ai57 days ago
Deep Learning Model Predicts College Student Academic Performance
Researchers developed a deep learning model that combines temporal, behavioral, and demographic data to forecast student grades. The model achieved 98.85 percent classification accuracy on a dataset of 2,000 students. The study was published in Scientific Reports on 18 May 2026.
Los Angeles Timesworld63 days ago
Largest Study Finds Mixed Results From School Cellphone Bans
The first nationally representative study of school cellphone bans used data from about 4,600 schools that adopted lockable pouches. Teachers reported sharp drops in classroom phone use but the study found little change in test scores, attendance or classroom attention.
calgaryherald.comworld71 days ago
Study Shows School Cellphone Bans Reduce Device Use But Not Improve Behavior or Academics
A recent large-scale study examined the effects of cellphone bans in schools. It found that such bans successfully removed devices from students' hands. However, there were no observed improvements in student behavior or academic performance so far.