Learning experts agree on one school subject AI puts at risk.
University of Minnesota researchers asked 30 learning scientists how generative AI affects learning, in a report out Wednesday. Writing was the only subject they agreed is at risk, and they saw young pupils as most vulnerable. They found AI can help with practice and feedback, but say the research is still thin.
Why it mattersIf you teach young children, the experts suggest letting them write on their own before any AI tool. Older students with solid skills may gain more from AI as a study partner.
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