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News in English (USA) / 09.07.2026 / 20:00

AI Cheating Scandal Rocks Brown University

A recent surge in suspected academic dishonesty linked to artificial intelligence has prompted a Brown University professor to take drastic measures. After observing an alarming discrepancy in exam scores, with students averaging 96% on take-home midterms and only 48% on in-person finals, the professor banned take-home exams and instituted a final that required in-person attendance. The decision was made amid concerns of widespread AI-assisted cheating, causing a 50% drop in scores. The situation has sparked debates about the integrity of Ivy League education and the role of AI in academic performance. Some faculty members are calling for better methods to integrate AI into learning, while others question the value of a prestigious degree that may be compromised by technological shortcuts.
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