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It’s true that my fellow students are embracing AI – but this is what the critics aren’t seeing | Elsie McDowell

AI in Education EditorialUpdated July 14, 20261 min readRead source
It’s true that my fellow students are embracing AI – but this is what the critics aren’t seeing | Elsie McDowell
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Skip to main content Skip to navigation Skip to navigation ‘Students have less time than ever to actually be students.’ Photograph: Sergio Azenha/Alamy View image in fullscreen ‘Students have less time than ever to actually be students.’ Photograph: Sergio Azenha/Alamy This article is more than 9 months old It’s true that my fellow students are embracing AI – but this is what the critics aren’t seeing This article is more than 9 months old Elsie McDowell Those turning to ChatGPT

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What is the best AI tool for students?
The most widely used AI tools for students include ChatGPT for writing and research assistance, Grammarly for grammar and clarity, and Khan Academy's Khanmigo for personalized tutoring. The best choice depends on the task: ChatGPT suits open-ended research, while Khanmigo guides students through problems step by step without just giving answers.
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Are there free AI tools for students?
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