Gen Z's Reliance on A.I. for Homework Leaves Learning Behind

At Fortune's Brainstorm Tech conference, a Gen Z audience member expressed skepticism about the long-term educational benefits of A.I., stating that platforms like ChatGPT are primarily used by students to complete homework rather than for learning. Chegg's CEO, Dan Rosensweig, however, expressed enthusiasm about A.I.'s potential to assist students with their schoolwork. The debate highlighted the concern that A.I. tools may discourage active engagement with course materials and prioritize finding shortcuts over curiosity. Rosensweig argued that Chegg is designed for students who lack resources and need support, while criticizing academic institutions for not updating curricula and professors for not creating more thoughtful exam questions.