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Skip to main content Search Search Flypaper AI makes human writing more valuable—and changes how schools should teach it Brandon L. Wright 3.19.2026 Getty Images/allanswart Listen to this article Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... The rise of AI has caused anxiety about the future of writing instruction. If the technology can write—or help people write—quickly and coherently on nearly any topic, and will likely get better and better at this, do we still need to teach students

If you aren’t working at it, you’re not learning it − something college students need to understand as AI makes producing work easier. Sam Edwards via Getty Images I was early to the generative AI wave in higher education: I was among the first professors who teach writing to publish in an academic journal about generative AI and critical thinking , and I am now part of an interdisciplinary team at Babson College thinking about how AI is impacting education,

Praktika leverages a conversational AI approach to transform language learning, enabling users to practice speaking with AI tutors. This method provides personalized, real-time feedback, significantly enhancing fluency and confidence by simulating authentic interactions and showcasing AI's potential in education.

This article argues against the reliance on AI for fundamental learning tasks, particularly writing, in education, asserting that such tools hinder students' essential development. It posits that just as one wouldn't delegate basic human experiences, critical thinking and the act of creation, like writing, are indispensable human processes that cannot be outsourced to AI without significant educational loss.

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The AI language learning app Speak is challenging market leader Duolingo by leveraging advanced conversational AI to offer interactive speaking practice and real-time feedback. This approach emphasizes immersive dialogue and personalized coaching to improve spoken fluency, positioning Speak as a distinct alternative to Duolingo's more structured, gamified lessons.

AI chatbots are creating a complex impact on K-12 students' writing skills, offering tools for brainstorming and editing while also raising concerns about over-reliance. Educators grapple with the challenge of fostering independent critical thinking and original writing when AI can generate content. The discussion highlights the need for careful integration and new pedagogical approaches to leverage AI's benefits without hindering fundamental skill development.

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A creative writing instructor shares an opinion on the profound impact artificial intelligence is having on students. The author observes that AI tools are diminishing students' capacity for original thought, independent writing, and the development of their unique creative voices.