College Matters from The Chronicle Using AI Without (Really) Cheating
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Nov 19, 2025 Beth McMurtrie, a Senior Writer at The Chronicle of Higher Education, dives into the complex relationship between college students and generative AI. She discusses how students are utilizing AI for outlining and tutoring, often blurring the line between efficiency and academic dishonesty. Beth highlights the moral panic surrounding AI use as oversimplified and shares insights on the varied experiences of students, including concerns about engagement and reliance on technology. Ultimately, she emphasizes the importance of maintaining human interaction in education.
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Students Use AI As Study Tool
- Students often treat AI as another study tool used for outlining, summarizing, and tutoring rather than outright cheating.
- Beth McMurtrie found many students use AI to be more efficient and to fill learning gaps when professors' explanations fall short.
Efficiency Drives AI Adoption
- Many students emphasize efficiency and time management when explaining AI use in coursework.
- They use summaries and question generation to study faster and feel more secure submitting assignments.
Student Pushback On Demonization
- Allison Abelt argued that AI use is not laziness but a legitimate tool when professors lack deep understanding of it.
- She expressed frustration that teachers often assume AI equals cheating without grasping its nuances.