Wang notes that AI-based tools can be effective in motivating students, but require proper design and thoughtful implementation.
AI-based tools can be effective in motivating students but require proper design and thoughtful implementation.
For example, a student using a writing assistant powered by a generative AI chatbot may find that insights come more easily, drafts polish up quickly, and feedback loops feel immediate. However, when that AI support is removed, some students report feeling less confident or less willing to engage.
The use of AI tools in classroom settings raises important questions about their impact on student motivation.
Author's summary: AI tools can motivate students with proper design.