Psychology Lecturer Confronts AI, Attendance Decline, and Future of Student Learning

By: Valerie Reynolds

Outlets: The New Hampshire

Published: April 1, 2026

Words: 1,116

Last Updated: 2 months, 1 week ago


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Dr. Elizabeth Caldwell begins her lecture on disorders of development on Thursday, March 5, despite many absences. “Today’s attendance is 24, that's half the class. And I know why,” she said. The class followed an exam, which Caldwell believes explains the students’ lack of motivation to attend.

“Don’t think I’m scolding you because you’re the better ones who came to school today,” said Dr. Caldwell. She looks around and giggles …

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