New Pearson Data Shows Connections Academy High School Students Using AI Study Tools Achieve Higher Grades and Pass Rates
Pearson (NYSE:PSO) has released compelling data demonstrating the success of its AI study tools in improving student performance at Connections Academy virtual learning schools. During the 2024-2025 school year, nearly 6,500 high school students using the AI tools showed significant improvements, with Biology students achieving an 11% increase in passing rates and a 5% boost in final scores, while World History students saw a 7% rise in passing rates.
The AI study tool functions as an interactive learning assistant that provides step-by-step guidance on incorrect practice test answers, encouraging deeper understanding rather than simply providing answers. Based on this success, Pearson plans to expand the AI tool's availability to middle and high school Algebra courses in the 2025-2026 school year.
Pearson (NYSE:PSO) ha pubblicato dati convincenti che mostrano come i suoi strumenti di studio basati sull'IA migliorino le prestazioni degli studenti nelle scuole virtuali Connections Academy. Nel corso dell'anno scolastico 2024-2025, quasi 6.500 studenti delle superiori che hanno utilizzato gli strumenti di IA hanno registrato progressi significativi: gli studenti di Biologia hanno ottenuto un incremento dell'11% nei tassi di promozione e un miglioramento del 5% nei punteggi finali, mentre gli studenti di Storia del Mondo hanno visto un aumento del 7% nei tassi di promozione.
Lo strumento di studio IA agisce come un assistente didattico interattivo che fornisce indicazioni passo dopo passo sugli errori nei test di pratica, favorendo una comprensione più profonda invece di limitarsi a dare la risposta. Sulla base di questi risultati, Pearson intende estendere la disponibilità dello strumento di IA ai corsi di Algebra per medie e superiori nel 2025-2026.
Pearson (NYSE:PSO) ha publicado datos reveladores que demuestran el éxito de sus herramientas de estudio con IA en la mejora del rendimiento estudiantil en las escuelas virtuales Connections Academy. Durante el curso 2024-2025, casi 6.500 estudiantes de secundaria que usaron las herramientas de IA mostraron mejoras significativas: los alumnos de Biología lograron un incremento del 11% en las tasas de aprobación y un aumento del 5% en las calificaciones finales, mientras que los de Historia Mundial experimentaron un repunte del 7% en las tasas de aprobación.
La herramienta de estudio con IA funciona como un asistente de aprendizaje interactivo que ofrece orientación paso a paso sobre las respuestas incorrectas en las pruebas de práctica, fomentando una comprensión más profunda en lugar de limitarse a dar la respuesta. Tras este éxito, Pearson planea ampliar la disponibilidad de la herramienta de IA a los cursos de Álgebra de la educación media y secundaria en el año escolar 2025-2026.
Pearson (NYSE:PSO)는 Connections Academy 가상학교에서 자사 AI 학습 도구가 학생 성과를 향상시켰음을 보여주는 설득력 있는 데이터를 발표했습니다. 2024-2025 학년도 동안 AI 도구를 사용한 거의 6,500명의 고등학생이 유의미한 성과 향상을 보였으며, 생물학 과목은 합격률이 11% 증가하고 최종 점수가 5% 상승했으며, 세계사 과목은 합격률이 7% 상승했습니다.
이 AI 학습 도구는 오답에 대해 단계별로 안내하는 인터랙티브 학습 보조 역할을 하여 단순히 정답을 알려주는 것이 아니라 깊은 이해를 유도합니다. 이러한 성과를 바탕으로 Pearson은 2025-2026 학년도에 중학교 및 고등학교 알제브라(대수) 과목으로 AI 도구의 제공 범위를 확대할 계획입니다.
Pearson (NYSE:PSO) a publié des données convaincantes montrant le succès de ses outils d'étude basés sur l'IA pour améliorer les performances des élèves des écoles virtuelles Connections Academy. Au cours de l'année scolaire 2024-2025, près de 6 500 lycéens utilisant ces outils ont présenté des progrès significatifs : les élèves de biologie ont enregistré une hausse de 11 % des taux de réussite et une augmentation de 5 % des notes finales, tandis que les élèves d'histoire mondiale ont constaté une hausse de 7 % des taux de réussite.
L'outil d'étude IA fonctionne comme un assistant d'apprentissage interactif fournissant des explications étape par étape sur les réponses incorrectes des tests pratiques, favorisant une compréhension approfondie plutôt que la simple fourniture des réponses. Fort de ce succès, Pearson prévoit d'étendre la disponibilité de l'outil IA aux cours d'algèbre des collèges et lycées pour l'année scolaire 2025-2026.
Pearson (NYSE:PSO) hat überzeugende Daten veröffentlicht, die den Erfolg seiner KI-Lernhilfen bei der Verbesserung der Leistungen an den virtuellen Schulen von Connections Academy belegen. Im Schuljahr 2024/2025 zeigten fast 6.500 Oberschüler, die die KI-Tools nutzten, deutliche Verbesserungen: Biologie-Schüler verzeichneten einen 11%igen Anstieg der Bestehensraten und eine 5%ige Steigerung der Endnoten, während Schüler in Weltgeschichte einen 7%igen Anstieg der Bestehensraten erlebten.
Das KI-Lernwerkzeug fungiert als interaktiver Lernassistent, der Schritt-für-Schritt-Erklärungen zu falschen Übungsantworten bietet und so ein tieferes Verständnis fördert, statt nur die Lösung zu liefern. Aufgrund dieses Erfolgs plant Pearson, die Verfügbarkeit des KI-Tools im Schuljahr 2025/2026 auf Algebra-Kurse der Mittel- und Oberstufe auszuweiten.
- Biology students achieved 11% higher passing rates and 5% better final scores using AI tools
- World History students saw 7% increase in passing rates and 5% higher final scores
- Planned expansion of AI tool to Algebra courses for 2025-2026 school year indicates scalability
- AI tool promotes active learning and deeper understanding rather than just providing answers
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Insights
Pearson's AI study tools showed measurable academic improvements, positioning them strategically in the growing edtech AI market.
Pearson's release of performance data for their AI study tools demonstrates concrete evidence of efficacy – with Biology students seeing an
The AI implementation described here represents a thoughtful approach to educational AI that focuses on guided learning rather than answer provision. By helping students break down complex problems after incorrect answers and encouraging follow-up questions, Pearson has created a scaffolded learning experience that aligns with established pedagogical best practices.
Strategically, Pearson's expansion plans to include Algebra courses for the 2025-2026 school year signals confidence in the technology and suggests a methodical rollout approach based on validation. This measured expansion indicates the company is balancing growth opportunities with quality control, which is critical in educational markets where trust and efficacy are paramount.
For Pearson's business model, these results provide valuable differentiation in the increasingly competitive educational technology market, particularly as schools navigate the appropriate integration of AI into learning environments. The focus on improved passing rates addresses a key performance indicator for educational institutions, potentially making this a compelling selling point for Pearson's virtual learning offerings.
Course Scores Rise for High Schoolers Using AI, Prompting a Rethink of Study Habits
Proven Success for High School Students
During the 2024-2025 school year, the Pearson AI study tool was embedded in Biology and World History learning materials and accessed by nearly 6,500 high school students.
- Biology students using the AI tools saw an
11% increase in end-of-semester passing rates and a5% boost in final course scores. - World History students using the AI tools achieved a
7% rise in passing rates and a5% increase in final scores.
"By integrating AI into our learning environments, we're empowering students to think critically and creatively, with technology that walks them through the learning process rather than just giving them answers," said Tom Simon President for Pearson Higher Education and Virtual Learning. "This improved academic performance shows the impact that AI can have on cognitive growth, as well as the impact it can have on preparing students for success throughout their school journey."
How the AI Study Tool Works
The Pearson AI study tool is an innovative learning assistant designed to help students master key concepts by offering step-by-step guidance on practice test questions they answer incorrectly. For instance, when a student answers a practice test question incorrectly in their digital course materials, the tool breaks down the complex problem into simpler parts and provides helpful explanations. It also allows students to ask follow-up questions related to the topic, encouraging deeper understanding and extended learning. Through this process, students build confidence and knowledge without simply being given the correct answer.
Building on this success, Pearson plans to expand availability of the AI study tool for the 2025-2026 school year to support courses in middle and high school Algebra with additional courses to be rolled out as they are validated.
"We do like that it is not giving you an answer," said Bella and Rose Wydock, ninth grade students at Connections Academy. "When it does not give you an answer, you have more ability to use what you have read, and it also proves that you read through the lesson. If you did not look at the lesson, you will not get the answer with this tool. It helps you learn."
Learning Science for the Win
The AI study tool was intentionally designed to prioritize active learning and engagement, effective feedback, and scaffolded support to drive student learning and success.
Pearson's application of generative AI is backed by learning science, vetted by subject matter experts, and shows tangible improved learning outcomes for students such as increased engagement, better scores and pass rates, and deeper levels of learning. Pearson is committed to the responsible application of AI to enhance teaching and learning experiences for educators, students, and employers.
Learn more about our analysis in Pearson's AI Study Tool: Student Outcomes report.
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