Use of AI for tutoring has benefits, but also pose challenges

An education expert says the potential use of artificial intelligence for tutoring has benefits, but will also pose challenges for developing students' critical thinking and social skills. The Minister for Digitising Government Judith Collins says she wants to expand the use of AI, starting with the health and education sectors, including AI tutoring. Dr Michael Johnston, senior fellow at the New Zealand Initiative, has researched the role of AI in education. He spoke to Charlotte Cook.