Australian University Replaces Psychology Classes with AI Chatbot
#AIEducation #HigherEdAustralian university Macquarie replaced in-person psychology classes with AI chatbot Virtual Peer, sparking academic concerns about damaging impacts. Students feel short-changed, while staff warn AI rollout masks workload crises. University says chatbot complements teaching, with in-person classes planned for 2027. read more
New York school halts AI robot teacher after backlash
#AIEducation #DataPrivacyA New York school paused plans for an AI humanoid robot teacher after backlash over data privacy and the maker's ties to sex doll company. Critics fear student replacement, while officials stress it's a tutoring tool. read more
CSU pushes AI despite student, faculty skepticism
#AIEducation #CSUThe CSU system invested millions in OpenAI's ChatGPT Edu, aiming to be the first AI-powered university. However, surveys show most students and faculty are skeptical, worrying about job security, creativity, and environmental impacts, despite some positive usage. read more