Critical Thinking and AI in Adult Learning
Key Questions
How does AI use impact critical thinking in adult learning?
Growing evidence from Gerlich 2025 links increased AI use to reduced critical thinking skills. Educators are responding with strategies such as the Socratic method, metacognition extensions, and using AI as a debate partner.
What practical frameworks support AI integration in workshops?
Bennani's three-space model, Édubase exercises, and ULB's Socratic AI agent offer ready-to-use workshop frameworks. The Fata tool uses spaced repetition to address cognitive debt.
Which organizations provide concrete examples of AI in adult learning?
Nolej, Fitzpatrick, and a Lyon creative workshop demonstrate practical applications. Recent articles further enrich these approaches for course design.
Growing evidence (Gerlich 2025) links AI use to reduced critical thinking. Practical strategies like Socratic method, metacognition extensions, and AI as debate partner are emerging. Nolej, Fitzpatrick, and a Lyon creative workshop offer concrete examples. Bennani's three-space model, Édubase's exercise, and ULB's Socratic AI agent provide workshop-ready frameworks. Fata tool addresses cognitive debt via spaced repetition. Recent articles enrich this narrative. Key for course design and workshops.