The Mark Zuckerberg-backed Summit Learning has led Kansas students to feel physical and mental pain, according to the New York Times
non-profit Summit Learning
But parents of children in Kansas, where many schools have adopted the new digital service, say otherwise. According to several parents who talked to The New York Times, the kids have complained of eye strain and seizures, as well as depression and anxiety, due to increased screen time and decreased social interaction.
Summit claims excessive screen time is not part of the program. In a statement to Business Insider, Summit Learning said the findings in The Times do not accurately reflect how the program is implemented in schools. Jennifer Walsh, communications director at Summit, says the service is not designed for students to spend all day,"or even half of the day," on the web platform.
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