A co-authored paper by Microsoft and Carnegie researchers reveals that regular use of generative AI tools can lead to a diminished skill for independent problem-solving.
The study showed that as confidence in AI tools increased, critical thinking efforts decreased among the participants.
The paper suggests that GenAI tools should be designed to address awareness, motivation, and ability barriers in order to support knowledge workers' critical thinking.
The findings emphasize the need for consistent scrutiny and critical thinking when using AI tools to avoid relying too heavily on them.