Professor warns AI learning erodes critical thinking

A Chennai professor has cautioned that using artificial intelligence for learning without strong 'reflective capability' will erode students' ability to think critically and leave them accepting half-truths. Dr Emmanuel Bhaskar of Sri Ramachandra Medical College wrote to The Hindu that the PRISM-X model of AI-assisted learning overlooks the practical difficulty of challenging AI outputs, which requires deep background knowledge. He said both students and teachers are likely stuck at the second stage of the model because developing the skill demands extensive reading of traditional books and real-world observation.

Separately, Balasubramaniam Pavani from Secunderabad said Delhi University's 13,000-plus vacant undergraduate seats reflect a deeper crisis where education no longer guarantees employment. He called for a complete restructuring of the National Education Policy.