ChatGPT May Be Eroding Critical Thinking Skills, According to a New MIT Study

The study, from MIT Lab scholars, measured the brain activity of subjects writing SAT essays with and without ChatGPT.
Mashable

I tried learning from AI tutors. The test better be graded on a curve.

AI companies are pitching their chatbots as homework helpers. Is that a good thing? Credit: Image Credit: Ian Moore / Mashable Composite; Ralf Geithe / FabrikaCr / pocketlight / iStock / Getty This is ...
NPR

Come study with me: How a virtual buddy might help you get things done

It's no secret that we live in an age of near-constant digital distractions. Between texts, direct messages, push alerts and other diversions and interruptions, it can be really hard to focus and get ...
Science Daily

Study shows addressing working memory can help students with math difficulty improve word problem-solving skills

Working memory is like a mental chalkboard we use to store temporary information while executing other tasks. Scientists worked with more than 200 elementary students to test their working memory, ...
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The ‘Study With Me' Trend Among Gen Z: Focus Buddy or Digital Distraction?

In an age of endless distractions, Gen Z has turned to a quiet and surprising form of motivation: watching strangers study online. The 'Study With Me' trend where YouTubers livestream or record ...
CNN

Your phone may not be the problem when it comes to distraction, study says

Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. Sign up for CNN’s Life, But Better newsletter for information and tools designed to improve your well-being. It’s time to do your taxes, ...
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People with ME have key genetic differences to other people, study finds

People diagnosed with ME/chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) have significant differences in their DNA compared to those without the condition, according to a “groundbreaking” new study. Scientists said ...