Secondary school teachers in the UK have raised concerns over artificial intelligence tools impacting pupils' critical thinking. A survey by the National Education Union found that 66% of respondents identified this as a problem.

The poll highlights challenges in education linked to new technology. Teachers noted declining abilities in independent research among students using AI.

Access to information has shifted rapidly with smartphones and AI. Devices now provide instant data that was once sourced from textbooks, encyclopedias, or maps.

Schools face additional issues from technology, including exam cheating and distractions from device features.

Educators stress the need for pupils to maintain core skills like reading, writing, spelling, basic arithmetic, and original research.