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Psychology Today
Summary
A meta‑analysis of studies from 2022‑2024 shows AI tools improve student performance (grades, engagement, higher‑order thinking) but reduce mental effort. Students use AI more for surface-level content than deep argument, and long‑term retention without AI remains unclear. Educators should design learning that builds verification, scepticism, and critical thinking rather than fostering dependence.
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- AI boosts grades and engagement but reduces effort and depth.
- Students mostly use AI for facts and summaries, less for critical analysis.
- Few studies assess long‑term retention without AI assistance.
- Over‑trust in AI risks over‑reliance and copy/paste behaviour.
- Educators must design tasks that foster verification and reflective use.
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