AI poses "urgent threat" to student learning and the HSC
A new report highlights the urgent threat posed by artificial intelligence to student learning and the integrity of the HSC. It reveals that a significant number of students are using AI to cheat on assessments, undermining the educational system. The report calls for an immediate review of take-home assignments to address these challenges.
- ▪The report indicates that about 75% of teachers believe students are using AI to complete assessments.
- ▪Over 80% of teachers restrict AI use for assessments, yet many students still find ways to cheat.
- ▪Concerns about AI's impact on learning are particularly pronounced among secondary school teachers.
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| Original publisher | The Sydney Morning Herald |
| Canonical URL | https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/ai-poses-urgent-threat-to-student-learning-and-the-hsc-20260521-p5zzlx.html |
| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 19:46:47 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-24T19:57:34.246Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-24T19:57:34.246Z |
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| Publisher visit | Yes — open original |
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