AI Matters
Why it matters
Global study finds students using AI tools score worse in school
The Verge AI Students who use AI generally score worse at school
An OECD educational report revealed that students who use AI to assist with their studies generally perform worse than those who do not.
Why it matters
Educators may need to rethink how AI is integrated into classrooms, as unguided use of these tools correlates with lower academic performance.
Latest brief · Oct 19, 2026