2017 Investigative Reporting for Print/Online (Large Staff) Finalist: The New York Times Staff

“Education Disrupted”

About the Entry

These investigative stories by The New York Times analyze the influence and impact of technology — and technology companies — on efforts to reshape and reform the nation’s public schools.

Comments from the Judges

“Fascinating, insightful reporting that explores the ongoing philosophical debate over the soul of American education.”

“The stories examined the big-picture issues of the profit motive of technology companies and what students should be learning, and combined that with on-the-ground reporting that brought to life how Google is shaping how students learn.”