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How Al is changing education: a guide for parents

Weekend Argus on Saturday

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June 14, 2025

AS DIGITAL landscapes transform rapidly, so too does the educational playground for today’s students. Gone are the days of poring over dog-eared textbooks and scribbling notes.

- JELLYBEAN JOURNAL REPORTER

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is ushering in a new era for learners. Arno Jansen van Vuuren, Managing Director of Futurewise, said the implications of AI in education and what parents need to know to support their children in this evolving landscape.

With tools like ChatGPT at their fingertips, students are empowered like never before. These large language models are redefining study habits, assisting with tasks such as drafting essays, summarising chapters, checking maths problems, and even brainstorming science projects.

However, this remarkable facilitation raises an important question: Are these tools enhancing learning, or are they inadvertently replacing it?

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