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Is AI Marking Your Child's Homework? (And Why That Might Be a Problem)

Hello everyone! I hope you’re all doing well. It’s been a bit of a whirlwind week here at Mr M HQ—the toddler has discovered the word "why" and is currently using it with the relentless precision of a prosecuting barrister. It’s exhausting, but it does make you think about how we learn, doesn't it? We ask questions. We struggle with answers. We grow. Speaking of learning, I’ve been diving deep into a rather heavy academic report recently titled The Algorithmic Academy , and honestly? It’s kept me up at night. We all know Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here. Your kids probably know more about ChatGPT than we do. But while schools are scrambling to decide whether to ban it or embrace it, there are some serious hidden issues that we, as parents, need to know about. This isn't just about "cheating" on homework. It’s about fairness, creativity, and whether our children are actually learning to think or just learning to manage a robot. So, grab a cuppa, and let’...

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