The Hechinger Report · September 21, 2026 · On the brief until October 5, 2026

Students didn’t get answers from Khanmigo. They didn’t want its questions, either

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THE AI ANGLE

Offering hints and questions instead of answers

A two-year study found that middle school students rarely used Khan Academy's AI tutor when it offered hints instead of direct answers. The tool provided no additional math gains compared to regular platform practice. Developers and educators now face clear evidence that Socratic AI design does not ensure student engagement.

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THE TEACHING ANGLE

Students often abandon AI support tools when the software prompts them to think instead of providing immediate solutions.

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Students didn’t get answers from Khanmigo. They didn’t want its questions, either

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