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This article by Norman Eng, EdD, published on Faculty Focus, takes an honest look at whether AI actually helps students learn. Based on recent research, Eng argues that leaning too heavily on AI can weaken critical thinking, hurt long-term learning, and cut short the very struggle that makes knowledge stick. He offers four practical questions educators should ask before bringing AI into the classroom — with one clear priority: student learning always comes first.
This article by Thomas Germain, published on BBC Future, takes an honest look at the gap between what parents think their kids are doing with AI — and what is actually happening. Based on two major studies from the Pew Research Center and Common Sense Media, the findings are striking: only 51% of parents believe their child uses AI, while 64% of teenagers say they do. Beyond homework and research, many teens are turning to AI for emotional support and casual conversation — something most parents are completely unaware of. The article is a timely reminder that AI is already deeply woven into teenagers' lives, and that the most important thing parents can do right now is start asking questions.
This article by Doug Dingwall, published on ABC News, takes an honest look at how schools across Asia are approaching AI in education — and the results are very different in each country. Singapore is leading the way with a clear focus on AI literacy, critical thinking, and avoiding over-reliance on the technology. China is making AI education mandatory in many provinces, while South Korea sees it as a matter of national survival. Japan, on the other hand, is taking a cautious, wait-and-see approach. Researchers are also weighing in, stating that when students use AI to replace their own thinking rather than sharpen it, the risks outweigh the benefits. A timely and important read for any parent, educator, or student navigating this rapidly changing landscape.