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Australia’s largest alternative school network is resisting the rush to adopt AI in education, citing concerns it could stunt healthy brain development. While public schools in NSW and Queensland experiment with AI to ease teacher workloads and boost learning, critics warn it risks eroding critical thinking and problem-solving skills—especially in younger students. Some teachers are even boycotting the tech for its sterile feel, while students voice worries about environmental costs and future job security. Supporters argue AI can be a powerful tool when used wisely, like Corella in Queensland, which encourages Socratic-style thinking. But early research suggests heavy reliance on AI may lead to “cognitive offloading,” where students rely too much on shortcuts. The real question: will AI deepen understanding—or just inflate test scores without true learning?

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