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Kids just use AI to cheat
Same panic as calculators/Wikipedia; pedagogy must evolve.
Description
The concern about students using AI to cheat echoes similar panics about calculators and Wikipedia. The solution lies in evolving pedagogical approaches rather than banning the technology.
Origin of the Concern
Fears that students will use AI tools to complete assignments without learning the material.
What's Misunderstood
This concern follows the same pattern as previous panics about calculators and Wikipedia. The issue requires evolution in teaching methods rather than technology restrictions.
Empirical Context
Wang & Fan (2025) contextualize current AI concerns within the historical pattern of educational technology panics, suggesting the need for pedagogical evolution.