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- Published on September 5, 2025
- In AI Startups
AI Literacy in Classrooms: Why Fact-Checking and Critical Thinking Can’t Be Optional
Ethics and awareness of bias in algorithms need to be the focus of AI literacy curricula
Image by Nalini Nirad
- By Smruthi Nadig
Once a buzzword for students, AI has become an everyday learning tool. Homework assistance, language help, and summarising lessons have pushed young leaders worldwide to rely heavily on these AI-powered tools. While this is extremely convenient, there are risks.
The BrightCHAMPS ‘StudentsSpeakAI’ global survey, which interviewed 1,425 students across 29 countries, reveals a worrying trend: while 58% of students use AI for their studies, nearly 29% never cross-check AI-generated answers, and 23% cannot distinguish between real and AI-generated content.
This raises important questions about media literacy, critical thinking, and the role of educators in shaping the students’ future, where distinguishing fabricated truth from facts could become an essential awareness.
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Smruthi Nadig
Smruthi brings over two years of experience in reporting on the global energy industry. They hold a Master's Degree from the University of Leeds in International Journalism and a Bachelor's Degree from Christ University in Media Studies, Economics and Political Science.
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