AI Isn’t the Problem. Bad Teaching Is.

We’ve all seen tutors in class who pause mid-sentence, skimming over questions, or referring back to their notes when asked something unexpected. While most mean well, this can make students feel less confident or supported. 

It also reinforces a passive learning model, where students rely on someone else's understanding instead of building their own. For students already feeling anxious or left behind, this dynamic can make things worse.

Meanwhile, some schools are taking steps to reimagine education entirely. In Texas, The Alpha School has introduced an AI-led learning model. Students spend two hours a day learning with AI and the rest of the day learning real world skills. Teachers here don’t lecture, instead, they act as mentors and motivators, keeping students engaged. It’s a powerful example of how AI can free up teachers to focus on what matters most, human connection, while still ensuring students get tailored, effective instruction. 

“By leveraging AI-driven, adaptive learning technology, students can complete an entire day’s worth of academics in just two hours. By eliminating boredom and disengagement, Alpha School keeps students highly motivated”, says Forbes about the school. 

We believe this model highlights a powerful shift towards:

✒️More efficient, focused learning 

✒️Supporting students with differing attention spans

✒️Allowing students to learn individually at their own pace

✒️Strengthening problem-solving abilities 

Does that mean AI is replacing teachers? 

No, but it helps them to make studying easier for students. 

AI isn't here to replace teachers, it's here to support students to receive personalised support in learning. 

 With AI students can:

• Personalised learning at your pace: AI adapts to each student’s strengths, weaknesses, and learning speed.

• Instant feedback: Students can get corrections, suggestions, and tips immediately instead of waiting for a tutor.

• Support for multiple subjects: AI can help students understand different topics and explain students in any language, all in one place.

• Practice and revision tools: AI can generate quizzes, summaries for revision.

• Encourages independent learning: Students learn to solve problems and explore concepts on their own. 

• Bridges language barriers: AI can translate explanations or content into a student’s preferred language.

Yes, all of these things can be done with the help of a tutor in class. But the real value of AI isn’t just in replacing help, it’s about giving students flexibility.

While teachers and tutors play a vital role in education, AI offers unmatched flexibility, personalisation, and instant support. It ensures every student has received equal assistance and help, providing resources across subjects anytime, anywhere.  

But let’s be clear: AI is not here to replace human connection or interaction.  It’s here to enhance it, by giving students the support they need when they need it, so real conversations with educators can go deeper, not just repeat what’s already misunderstood.

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