Summary
A professor expressed frustration on social media after noticing AI-generated writing in students' assignments. The professor decided to give all students full marks for a major assignment due to the difficulty in distinguishing genuine work from AI-produced content. This sparked discussions about the impact of AI on education, as many students frequently use AI tools for their studies.
Key Facts
- A professor shared a message on Reddit about students using AI for writing assignments.
- The message received over 24,000 views on Reddit.
- The professor noticed many papers were heavily influenced by AI, which was disappointing.
- An international survey showed that 86% of students use AI in their studies.
- The professor gave all students full marks on an assignment because it was hard to tell which work was authentic.
- The professor also canceled another assignment, giving everyone full credit.
- The decision was meant as a warning, not a reward, about the risks of relying on AI for assignments.
- Many people on Reddit expressed sympathy for the professor's situation.
