A new RAND report indicates that student use of AI for homework increased in 2025. Students are embracing AI as a learning tool but express conflicts about its impact on their own learning. Additionally, more students worry that the technology may harm their critical thinking skills.
Key Points
- Student AI usage for homework rose in 2025 according to RAND report
- Students view AI as a beneficial learning tool but feel conflicted
- Growing concerns among students about AI’s effect on critical thinking
Implications for Educational Freedom
This trend underscores the importance of educational freedom, allowing parents and students to choose innovative tools like AI for personalized learning, potentially enhancing school choice options. However, concerns about critical thinking could prompt government overreach in regulating AI in schools, limiting parental rights.
Source: Student use of AI for homework rises as concerns grow about critical thinking skills
