Students using AI finish homework faster and better, but perform worse without it
ProfChesterman · x · 2026-08-20
Evidence shows students using AI complete homework faster and with better quality. However, when tested without AI assistance, these students performed worse than those who struggled through the material on their own. While AI has potential as a personal tutor to boost understanding and feedback, most students do not yet use it in this way.
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