AI - Pupils

AI in school & everyday life - what does it have to do with you?

You might ask yourself sometimes:

Why should I write the text myself when ChatGPT can do it better and faster?
Why learn when I can have everything explained to me at any time?
Others use it too - why should I make more of an effort?
The result is good - isn't that what counts in the end?

I get it. AI tools like ChatGPT, YouTube Summaries and other translation tools make everything easier. And yes, sometimes faster, simpler and less prone to error.

But: If you let AI do everything for you, you won't learn anything.

You lose the opportunity to think for yourself, to understand things, and to be creative - all the things you will need later in life: in a job, in a conversation, in writing, and in decision making.

AI is like a calculator for your thoughts: it's only useful if you know how to do the math in the first place.

Go ahead and use AI - but be smart about it.

Challenge it. Compare. Think deeper. Create your own things.

What you can do to ensure that AI supports you - instead of replacing you

Little tips	Strengths	How to do it?
Think for yourself first – then use AI	You recognize what you already know and what you can improve.	Try to solve a math problem or write a text on your own first. Then, use the AI to see how it approaches it.
Use AI for ideas, not as a magical solution	That way, you stay creative and the results are yours.	Get suggestions for an essay introduction, but write the rest yourself.
Ask AI for explanations, not just for solutions	You understand more – and you'll need less help next time.	Don't ask: “What is the answer?”, but rather: “Explain the topic to me in simple terms.”
Check the answers – not everything has to be necessarily correct.	AI can make mistakes or provide outdated information.	Read answers carefully. For important topics, check other sources or ask someone.
Be open about what you’ve used	Honesty shows that you take responsibility.	If you've used AI, say something like: “I got help with the structure – but I wrote it myself.”
Find your style – not just the perfect solution	Your personality matters – not just the final result.	Write in your own words. Explain it the way you understand it. Teachers can tell when it’s not really from you.
Learn with AI – not against yourself	You can really get better at certain things if you use it wisely.	Ask the AI to simplify difficult texts for you, or have it explain a topic through a cool story. Be creative and learn along the way!
Set your own limits	This way, you stay fair – and learn what you're capable of.	Tell yourself, for example: “AI can help me understand homework, but not write it for me.” Or “I use nothing for tests.”
Talk to others about AI	You're not alone – lots of people are unsure how to use AI.	Talk to friends, teachers, or parents about your good and bad experiences. This way, you can learn from others.
Use AI for fun stuff outside of school too	Learning goes beyond school – and AI can inspire you.	Ask the AI to explain, for example, a workout plan, a creative poem, or a travel destination. Just give it a try!