Internet Censorship in US Schools: Is Knowledge Blocked?
A WIRED investigation reveals widespread use of filters in schools
WIRED recently conducted an investigation into internet censorship practices in schools across the United States, and the findings are eye-opening. It appears that many schools are using filters to censor a wide range of content, including important health information and discussions around personal identity. Unfortunately, this censorship is not only limiting students’ access to knowledge, but also rendering the web almost entirely useless for them.
Key Points:
- Schools across the US are implementing filters to censor various types of online content.
- These filters often block health-related information, preventing students from accessing crucial resources.
- Identity-related content, such as discussions on LGBTQ+ issues, is also frequently censored, limiting students’ exposure to diverse perspectives.
- Students express frustration and deem the internet to be unusable due to the excessive filtering.
In an age where information is readily available at our fingertips, it is disheartening to see censorship hindering students’ access to knowledge. By blocking essential health resources and limiting exposure to different viewpoints, schools are effectively hampering the intellectual growth and understanding of their students.
Let’s hope that this investigation serves as a wake-up call for schools to reassess their internet censorship policies. It’s important to strike a balance between ensuring a safe online environment and providing students with the tools they need to navigate the digital world effectively. After all, knowledge is power, and denying access to it does more harm than good.
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https://www.wired.com/story/inside-americas-school-internet-censorship-machine/
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