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NYU Students Turn to A.I., Reviving Oral Learning

8/27/2025

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Story summary

A philosophy professor at N.Y.U. noted students are increasingly using A.I. to bypass traditional learning.
Existing strategies for promoting responsible A.I. use have been ineffective, leading to a focus on in-class assessments.
This shift indicates a revival of older educational models that prioritize oral instruction over written assignments.

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Story summary

A philosophy professor at N.Y.U. noted students are increasingly using A.I. to bypass traditional learning.
Existing strategies for promoting responsible A.I. use have been ineffective, leading to a focus on in-class assessments.
This shift indicates a revival of older educational models that prioritize oral instruction over written assignments.