@Mariya-Rajpar AI can be a powerful learning tool when used responsibly. It can help students explore new ideas, improve their writing, and understand complex topics. However, if students rely on AI to do all the thinking for them, they miss out on the learning process. There needs to be a balance—AI should support learning, not replace it. Schools can set clear guidelines that encourage students to use AI for brainstorming or feedback but require them to do their own work and show their thought process. Learning is about developing skills, not just getting answers. Ethics and honesty must remain at the heart of education.
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From Homework to Honesty: Exploring AI’s Role in Education
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@Sayeda-Afshan AI tools like ChatGPT can be helpful for learning—they can explain concepts, offer ideas, and support creativity. However, using them just to copy answers crosses the line. Should students use AI for homework? Yes, but only as a guide—not to do all the work. Where’s the line? If AI replaces thinking, it’s no longer real learning. Copying from AI isn’t learning; true learning comes from thinking and understanding, not just finishing tasks. AI can be a great support in education, but students must use it responsibly. The solution is to teach students how to use AI as a learning tool, not as a shortcut for cheating.
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That’s such a meaningful question. As an art teacher, I truly believe AI can gently support creativity, but it should never take the place of a student’s own voice and imagination.
It’s wonderful when AI sparks inspiration, but the magic happens when students explore, reflect, and make something truly their own.
Our role is to gently guide them to use these tools with care, curiosity, and honesty.
Has this ever happened in your class? And what did you do?
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Thank you all for such insightful reflections!
Imamuddin, I completely agree: AI is here, and students will naturally turn to it. As many of you said, the key is not to ban it, but to teach students how to use it wisely and ethically.AI should be a companion in learning, not a shortcut. Like Zakia beautifully put it: the most powerful tool is still the student’s brain
.I also really liked what Maïra and Sayeda shared about setting clear boundaries and encouraging honesty. In my own art classes, I see AI as a tool for inspiration and exploration, but not for replacing personal expression.
Have any of you faced a moment where a student misused AI? How did you respond?
Looking forward to learning more from your experiences!
