Perfect homework, blank stares: Why colleges are turning to oral exams to combat AI
Colleges in the US are adopting oral exams to combat AI cheating, with instructors finding it effective in assessing students' knowledge. The shift is driven by concerns that AI is undermining critical thinking skills.
Colleges in the US are turning to oral exams to combat AI cheating. Instructors at Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, and New York University are adopting this traditional method to assess students' knowledge. Oral exams involve students speaking directly to instructors without technology, allowing for a more accurate evaluation of their understanding. This shift is driven by concerns that AI is undermining critical thinking skills, with students relying on AI to complete written assignments. Educators are pairing oral exams with written papers and presentations to ensure students are actually learning. The move towards oral exams is part of a broader effort to address the impact of AI on education.
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