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Mark Norris @proftsuga.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Of course we're hearing a lot about A.I. as we prepare for the semester. This study mirrors data collected over several years in the course that I teach most often. Online quiz & homework scores have steadily increased while exam scores continue a downward trajectory. papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....

figure from linked article: students using gAI have decreasing exam scores as homework scores increase while students not using gAI have increase exam scores while homework scores increase. The included time to complete the homework suggests that this pattern isn't as much about using gAI but time engaged with the material (students using gAI spend less time on homework)

figure from linked article: students using gAI spend less time on homework and have poorer exam scores

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Mark Norris @proftsuga.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

It seems an increasing percentage of students approach education transactionally, seeking the "easiest" path to good grades while sacrificing learning & personal growth. Lack of genuine engagement with course material means poorer understanding of course concepts, which surprises no one.

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