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education1 year ago

"Uncovering School Internet Censorship: Students' Perspectives"

School web filters, intended to comply with the Children’s Internet Protection Act, are blocking a wide range of websites, including those related to LGBTQ+ resources, sex education, and even NASA. The overzealous filtering is hindering students' access to legitimate academic resources and support for health and safety. Despite concerns about constitutional law and federal guidance, the issue of excessive web censorship in schools persists, prompting advocacy efforts to promote open access to information.