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Demis Hassabis is a prominent figure in the field of artificial intelligence research and was recently jointly awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry with John M. Jumper.

PBS News Hour Classroom October 28, 2024

Winner of Nobel Prize in Chemistry Describes How His Work Could Transform Lives

Ask students: Where is AlphaFold used? How did Hassabis' childhood interests in gaming and chess help lead him to his research on artificial intelligence?

PBS White House Correspondent Laura Barrón-López reports from Phoenix.

PBS News Hour Classroom October 25, 2024

How One State Is Planning to Counter Election Conspiracy Theories

Ask students: Where have two people recently been convicted of making threats to election officials? Why has Arizona been a "hotbed" of election conspiracy theories?

Illustration showing the intersection of artificial intelligence and voting, with imagery of a brain connected to a network, a robot, and diverse individuals discussing and analyzing information. Surrounding elements include "VOTE" signs, voting symbols, a breaking news banner, and icons representing digital tools like email and fingerprint verification. The image highlights the theme of AI's role in elections, disinformation, and the importance of critical thinking in voting.

Kelly Booz October 24, 2024

Artificial Intelligence, Misinformation and the 2024 Election: Educators, Your Role Is More Important Than Ever

We must teach our students to see past the digital smoke and mirrors. AI literacy is a crucial element of civic education, especially in a world where disinformation can influence real-world outcomes.

A map with highlighted states showing where abortion is on the ballot during the 2024 election.

PBS News Hour Classroom October 24, 2024

Some State Ballot Measures Could Have A National Impact on Elections

Ask students: Do you think more of our laws should be instituted through ballot initiatives rather than just through the legislatures?

AFT October 22, 2024

AFT Book Club: Heather Cox Richardson on the Future of Democracy

Historian Heather Cox Richardson discusses democracy's challenges, civic engagement's importance, and public education's role in the AFT Book Club.

PBS News Hour Classroom October 21, 2024

Election Officials on the Threats They've Faced Since 2020

Ask students: Where are the poll workers experiencing threats? When did the threats start, according to this piece? How are election workers dealing with the threats?

PBS News Hour Classroom October 18, 2024

Voters Who Switched Parties in 2020 Election Share Thoughts on This Year’s Race

Ask students: What were some reasons previous Trump voters moved away from supporting him and voted for Biden?

two people tlaking about election results

PBS News Hour Classroom October 17, 2024

How Do News Outlets Make Calls on Election Winners?

Ask students: Why does the AP use computer models to help determine who is certain to win elections before the final vote tallies are in?

Hurricane Milton, as it was undergoing an eyewall replacement cycle over the Gulf of Mexico, captured by the Expedition 72 crew aboard the International Space Station on October 8, 2024.

PBS News Hour Classroom October 12, 2024

Hurricane Recovery Complicated by Conspiracy Theories

Ask students: What are some of the harms of misinformation on emergency recovery, according to Kayyem? When and Where did Hurricane Helene cause widespread damage?

PBS News Hour Classroom October 10, 2024

Supreme Court Appears Open to Upholding Regulations on Ghost Guns

Ask students: What is a "ghost gun"? How does this case represent questions about the administrative power of the executive branch?