Sep 02 2020: These students figured out their tests were graded by AI — and the easy way to cheat

Back in Sep 02 2020: These students figured out their tests were graded by AI — and the easy way to cheat

A 12-year-old student in the US found a way to "game" an online learning platform's grading system by using a "word salad" of keywords. Lazare Simmons realized that the platform, Edgenuity, was grading short-answer questions based on the presence of certain keywords.

He began writing two long sentences followed by a list of relevant keywords, allowing him to get perfect grades. Although Edgenuity did not respond to comment, their online help center suggests that answers receive 0% if they include no keywords and 100% if they include at least one. Lazare's school district, Los Angeles Unified School District, is using Edgenuity during the pandemic.

Fast forward to Jul 13 2023: Artificial intelligence is already changing how teachers teach

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being used by educators to enhance learning, save time, and rethink teaching strategies. Teachers are utilizing AI to create lesson plans, develop tests, generate case studies, and even write emails. AI tools like ChatGPT have become popular among teachers, offering assistance in topics they know well. However, concerns over accuracy and potential cheating have caused some schools to block access to AI.

Despite this, many educators see AI as a valuable tool that can spark creativity and help students struggling with writing. The interest in AI among teachers is growing, with online groups dedicated to sharing tips and raising ethical questions.

How might artificial intelligence in education revolutionize the way teachers create lesson plans and provide learning support?