The Education Department wants to fund 'meaningful learning' — but won't say what that means

The US Education Department is adding a new priority for its grant programs: "meaningful learning opportunities." This new priority is a broad, undefined term that the Secretary can apply to any future grant competition.

The Education Department already has priorities for specific areas like literacy and AI. This new priority is different because it lacks any specific definition or measurable goal. This means the department can use it to justify funding almost anything, or nothing at all, depending on who is in charge.