Use of English

AI in the Classroom

Artificial intelligence is (0) BECOMING a familiar part of education, from grammar-checking tools to apps that create personalised practice. Supporters say AI can help teachers by taking (1) .......... repetitive tasks, such as marking short quizzes, and by offering instant feedback to students. However, some educators worry that learners may (2) .......... too heavily on AI and stop developing independent study habits. If a student can generate an essay in seconds, it becomes harder to (3) .......... whether the work truly reflects their ability. Schools are therefore trying to set clear rules about when AI is acceptable and when it counts as cheating. Another concern is fairness. Not every family can (4) .......... the latest devices or paid subscriptions, so AI could widen the gap between students. There are also questions about privacy, because many systems collect data in (5) .......... to improve their results. Despite these issues, AI is unlikely to disappear. The most realistic approach may be to teach students how to use it (6) .........., for example by checking sources and rewriting suggestions in their own words. Used well, AI can (7) .......... up time for teachers to focus on discussion and creativity, rather than paperwork. The challenge is to make sure technology supports learning instead of (8) .......... it.