Schools Recognize Tech Industry's Long-Standing Strategy to Shape Curriculum

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Tech companies are promoting AI education in schools by providing free resources and curriculum, following a pattern the industry has used for 15 years to build classroom influence. According to New York Times education technology reporter Natasha Singer's new book Coding Kids, tech firms have historically gained influence in education by positioning themselves as essential to student success. The narrative frames AI as a critical skill students must learn to avoid falling behind, with companies offering pro bono educational materials.