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Gen Z First to Score Lower on Tests Than Previous Generation, Expert Says

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News18•23-02-2026, 22:39

Gen Z First to Score Lower on Tests Than Previous Generation, Expert Says

•Cognitive neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath states Gen Z performs worse on standardized tests than previous generations.
•Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012, shows weaker cognitive performance despite unprecedented tech access.
•Horvath's testimony to the US Senate highlights falling scores in reading, math, and problem-solving skills.
•Heavy reliance on educational technology and increased screen time are linked to this cognitive decline.
•Horvath advocates aligning digital tools with human learning, not rejecting technology, to restore balance.

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