Students frequently miss deadlines and struggle to balance coursework, jobs, and personal life, creating stress for both learners and educators. Recent reports highlight three AI-driven solutions that can help: Microsoft Copilot, which reviews assignments and predicts how long tasks will take; Google Gemini, which integrates reminders and automatically populates calendars; and Abby, an AI chatbot that provides emotional support and guidance. Real‑world examples illustrate how these tools can correct mis‑estimated study time, keep assignments visible amid competing priorities, and address the mental strain of missed deadlines. Together, they present a practical, technology‑based approach to improving academic productivity and well‑being. Leer más →

OpenAI’s new Study Mode transforms ChatGPT from a fast answer generator into a step‑by‑step tutor. By prompting users with questions, offering explanations at each stage, and even allowing document uploads for contextual help, the feature aims to deepen understanding rather than just provide a final answer. Available across all major ChatGPT plans, Study Mode was built with input from teachers, scientists and learning experts to foster curiosity and support genuine learning. Leer más →

Google has upgraded its NotebookLM mobile app with AI-driven flashcards, quizzes, and an enhanced chat experience. Previously limited to desktop, these study tools now let users create customized flashcards and quizzes from uploaded sources on the go. The update also improves the Gemini-powered conversation feature, providing a longer context window and better memory on mobile devices. Users can selectively choose which sources the AI draws from, giving greater control when working with multiple documents. The changes aim to make NotebookLM a more flexible, portable hub for processing notes, PDFs, transcripts, and other text‑based materials. Leer más →

OpenAI has launched a new ChatGPT feature called “company knowledge,” available to Business, Enterprise, and Education customers. Powered by GPT‑5, the update lets the chatbot search across workplace tools such as Slack, SharePoint, Google Drive, and GitHub to answer user queries with clear citations. The feature is designed as a conversational search engine that can handle ambiguous questions, apply date filters, and provide multi‑source answers while users manually enable it for each conversation. OpenAI says future updates will broaden the range of supported tools. Leer más →

Turbo AI, founded by 20‑year‑old college dropouts Rudy Arora and Sarthak Dhawan, has grown from one million to five million users within six months. The Los Angeles‑based startup offers an AI‑driven note‑taking and study tool that records, transcribes, summarizes, and creates flashcards, quizzes, and a chat assistant. Its user base now includes students at top universities and professionals at firms such as Goldman Sachs and McKinsey. With eight‑figure annual recurring revenue, cash‑flow positivity, and a cautious $750,000 funding round, Turbo AI remains profitable while exploring new pricing models. Leer más →

Microsoft introduced Mico, an expressive, customizable visual avatar designed to accompany the Copilot voice assistant. Positioned as a modern take on the classic Clippy, Mico appears as a responsive blob that changes color and expression based on user interaction. The AI companion aims to provide respectful, supportive guidance, even pushing back when needed. Integrated with Copilot’s new Learn Live feature, Mico serves as a Socratic tutor, guiding users through concepts with questions, visual cues, and an interactive whiteboard. Initially available in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, users can enable or disable the visual presence at will. Leer más →

Entrepreneur John Pasmore launched Latimer AI to address bias in large language models. The platform combines multiple LLMs with a curated database and retrieval‑augmented generation to deliver more accurate, inclusive answers. Targeting educators, businesses, and developers, Latimer AI offers a web app and API, with free and paid plans. Pasmore emphasizes empathy and cultural relevance, positioning the tool as a corrective to the dominant narratives produced by mainstream AI services. Leer más →

A seasoned professional reflects on how returning to college after two decades would differ thanks to AI‑driven tools. The focus is on Genio Notes, a purpose‑built note‑taking app that records lectures, timestamps notes, imports slides, and offers near‑perfect transcription. The app also organizes material into collections and provides AI features such as automatic outlines and quiz generation. Available on iOS and Android, Genio Notes costs $129/£144 per year with a free 30‑day trial, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution for today’s students. Leer más →

Gaming laptops are emerging as versatile tools for students, offering the performance needed for demanding coursework while still delivering solid gaming experiences. Modern models balance powerful CPUs and GPUs with lighter designs, multiple ports, and features like touchscreens that aid productivity. While they may weigh more than ultra‑light notebooks and have shorter battery life, their ability to handle video editing, 3D rendering, and other intensive tasks makes them a compelling option for those who want a single device for both school and entertainment. Leer más →

Coursera announced a suite of new artificial‑intelligence features aimed at improving learning outcomes and safeguarding academic integrity. The platform will launch an AI‑driven Role Play tool that lets students practice interview scenarios with customizable personas and receive real‑time feedback. AI‑powered grading will automatically assess code, essays and video responses, while peer‑review scoring is also being enhanced. New Integrity Checks, including AI‑based proctoring and a locking browser, are designed to curb cheating, with reported reductions of misconduct by 95% and plagiarized submissions by 90% since May. Finally, Coursera’s Course Builder now offers AI assistance for educators to design and scale courses more efficiently. Leer más →

A collaborative study by researchers at the University of Chicago, University of Illinois Chicago, and University of Wisconsin-Madison shows that children ages eight to eleven experience less anxiety when reading aloud to a social robot than to a human adult. Physiological measures such as voice steadiness, heart rate, and facial temperature indicated calmer responses during robot-assisted reading. Comprehension scores remained consistent across conditions, suggesting that the robot’s calming effect does not compromise learning. The findings point to a potential role for social robots as emotional buffers in classroom settings. Leer más →

Students frequently struggle with meeting deadlines, balancing coursework with jobs, and coping with the stress of missed assignments. Recent observations highlight how AI assistants such as Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini can provide practical support. Copilot can review reading material and estimate the time needed to complete tasks, while Gemini can sync reminders and calendar entries across Google apps. An additional AI chatbot offers a sounding board for emotional concerns. Together, these tools aim to reduce time‑management friction and improve academic outcomes for learners. Leer más →

Coursera announced a suite of new artificial‑intelligence features aimed at improving learning outcomes and safeguarding academic integrity. The platform will launch an AI‑driven Role Play tool that lets students practice interview scenarios with customizable personas and receive real‑time feedback. AI‑powered grading will automatically assess code, essays and video responses, while peer‑review scoring is also being enhanced. New Integrity Checks, including AI‑based proctoring and a locking browser, are designed to curb cheating, with reported reductions of misconduct by 95% and plagiarized submissions by 90% since May. Finally, Coursera’s Course Builder now offers AI assistance for educators to design and scale courses more efficiently. Leer más →

Coursera announced a suite of new artificial‑intelligence features aimed at improving learning outcomes and safeguarding academic integrity. The platform will launch an AI‑driven Role Play tool that lets students practice interview scenarios with customizable personas and receive real‑time feedback. AI‑powered grading will automatically assess code, essays and video responses, while peer‑review scoring is also being enhanced. New Integrity Checks, including AI‑based proctoring and a locking browser, are designed to curb cheating, with reported reductions of misconduct by 95% and plagiarized submissions by 90% since May. Finally, Coursera’s Course Builder now offers AI assistance for educators to design and scale courses more efficiently. Leer más →

Gaming laptops are emerging as versatile tools for students, offering the performance needed for demanding coursework while still delivering solid gaming experiences. Modern models balance powerful CPUs and GPUs with lighter designs, multiple ports, and features like touchscreens that aid productivity. While they may weigh more than ultra‑light notebooks and have shorter battery life, their ability to handle video editing, 3D rendering, and other intensive tasks makes them a compelling option for those who want a single device for both school and entertainment. Leer más →

Gaming laptops are emerging as versatile tools for students, offering the performance needed for demanding coursework while still delivering solid gaming experiences. Modern models balance powerful CPUs and GPUs with lighter designs, multiple ports, and features like touchscreens that aid productivity. While they may weigh more than ultra‑light notebooks and have shorter battery life, their ability to handle video editing, 3D rendering, and other intensive tasks makes them a compelling option for those who want a single device for both school and entertainment. Leer más →

A collaborative study by researchers at the University of Chicago, University of Illinois Chicago, and University of Wisconsin-Madison shows that children ages eight to eleven experience less anxiety when reading aloud to a social robot than to a human adult. Physiological measures such as voice steadiness, heart rate, and facial temperature indicated calmer responses during robot-assisted reading. Comprehension scores remained consistent across conditions, suggesting that the robot’s calming effect does not compromise learning. The findings point to a potential role for social robots as emotional buffers in classroom settings. Leer más →

A collaborative study by researchers at the University of Chicago, University of Illinois Chicago, and University of Wisconsin-Madison shows that children ages eight to eleven experience less anxiety when reading aloud to a social robot than to a human adult. Physiological measures such as voice steadiness, heart rate, and facial temperature indicated calmer responses during robot-assisted reading. Comprehension scores remained consistent across conditions, suggesting that the robot’s calming effect does not compromise learning. The findings point to a potential role for social robots as emotional buffers in classroom settings. Leer más →

Students frequently struggle with meeting deadlines, balancing coursework with jobs, and coping with the stress of missed assignments. Recent observations highlight how AI assistants such as Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini can provide practical support. Copilot can review reading material and estimate the time needed to complete tasks, while Gemini can sync reminders and calendar entries across Google apps. An additional AI chatbot offers a sounding board for emotional concerns. Together, these tools aim to reduce time‑management friction and improve academic outcomes for learners. Leer más →

Students frequently struggle with meeting deadlines, balancing coursework with jobs, and coping with the stress of missed assignments. Recent observations highlight how AI assistants such as Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini can provide practical support. Copilot can review reading material and estimate the time needed to complete tasks, while Gemini can sync reminders and calendar entries across Google apps. An additional AI chatbot offers a sounding board for emotional concerns. Together, these tools aim to reduce time‑management friction and improve academic outcomes for learners. Leer más →