A growing concern exists about a generational decline in literacy, with a recent article highlighting that students are struggling to read. This trend is attributed to factors such as pervasive smartphone use, algorithm-driven content feeds, and the increasing prevalence of AI chatbots. Experts warn that without deliberate intervention, the conditions fostering literacy are being eroded, potentially leading to a future with less literate citizens. AI
IMPACT Concerns about AI's role in eroding literacy highlight the need for responsible AI development and digital literacy education.
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