AI v the benefits of doing the hard grind yourself
Readers debate artificial intelligence's impact on education and society. Critics warn AI risks creating a "dunce army" by eroding critical thinking and job security, noting Silicon Valley billionaires send children to tech-free schools. Supporters argue schools must strengthen human teaching and thought processes as AI becomes cheaper, emphasizing the principle "use it or lose it" for cognitive development.
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Published 31 Jul 2026, 10:00 UTC · Updated 31 Jul 2026, 10:10 UTC
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