"Cheating the System: As AI Helps Students Gain College Admission, Experts Weigh In on Fairness and Accountability" As college admissions become increasingly competitive, many students are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to gain an edge. But with the rise of AI-powered essay generators and essay editing tools, some experts are sounding the alarm about fairness and accountability in the college admissions process. Professor Michael Kochin is the latest to weigh in, arguing that student aid should be reformed to distinguish between education with public benefits and that which is purely self-serving. In a provocative new argument, Kochin suggests that students who use AI to gain admission to college may not be deserving of the same financial support as those who earn their place through hard work and academic merit. But is this a fair and practical solution, or just a way to penalize students who are simply trying to level the playing field?
Many students are using AI to help get into college in the first place. Professor Michael Kochin argues in favor of student aid that distinguishes between education with public benefits and that which ...
