A.I. Agents Are Taking Entire Online Courses for Cheating Students
As colleges and students embrace virtual classes, the ease of A.I. cheating is raising questions about the value of an online degree.
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Published: 10 August 2026
Source: The New York Times
Category: News
Topics: Children & education · Agents & autonomy
Retrieved: 11 August 2026
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