What is the problem to which cognitive outsourcing is the solution? This paper by Thomas Corbin et al reports on a pilot study of philosophy undergraduates expl
A pilot study of philosophy undergraduates revealed that a significant portion of students use AI tools for reading, primarily due to time constraints and the intellectual difficulty of the texts. While most students expressed positive sentiment towards these tools, recognizing their potential to democratize access to complex material and reduce anxiety, researchers caution against over-reliance. The study suggests that AI can help overcome initial barriers but may impede the development of critical reading skills essential for philosophical education, highlighting the need for a diagnostic approach to student AI use. AI
IMPACT AI tools may lower barriers to complex texts for students, but educators must guide active use to prevent hindering critical reading skills.