A recent survey conducted by researchers at the Pew Research Center reveals that approximately 10% of teenagers in the United States, aged 13 to 17, complete most of their homework with the assistance of artificial intelligence. The survey, which gathered responses from nearly 1,500 students, found notable differences based on socioeconomic background. Among teenagers from low-income families (earning less than $30,000 annually), at least 20% use AI for their school assignments. In contrast, around 15% of teens from middle-class families, who earn up to $75,000 per year, turn to AI for academic help. Among teens from wealthier households, where annual income exceeds $75,000, only 7% report relying on AI chatbots for the majority of their homework.
The survey also highlighted differences across ethnic groups, with 6% of white students claiming to use AI for all their homework, compared to 16% of Hispanic students and 18% of African American students. Overall, 54% of all surveyed students admitted to using AI tools for academic purposes, marking a significant increase from the previous year.
The study further revealed that 59% of teenagers believe cheating via AI is common in their schools. When it comes to how AI is being used, chatbots are most frequently employed for learning new subjects and assisting with math. Around one in three students use AI to help edit their written work.
Boys appear to be more optimistic about the impact of AI on their lives, with 41% expressing positive expectations, compared to 30% of girls. Additionally, 31% of respondents believe that AI will benefit society in the next two decades, while 26% are concerned it will have a negative impact.
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