Robot teachers

Robot teachers

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If you think of the jobs robots could never do, you would probably put doctors and teachers at the top of the list. It's easy to imagine robot cleaners and factory workers, but some jobs need human connection and creativity. But are we underestimating what robots can do? In some cases, they already perform better than doctors at diagnosing illness. Also, some patients might feel more comfortable sharing personal information with a machine than a person. Could there be a place for robots in education after all?

British education expert Anthony Seldon thinks so. And he even has a date for the robot takeover of the classroom: 2027. He predicts robots will do the main job of transferring information and teachers will be like assistants. Intelligent robots will read students' faces, movements and maybe even brain signals. Then they will adapt the information to each student. It's not a popular opinion and it's unlikely robots will ever have empathy and the ability to really connect with humans like another human can.

One thing is certain, though. A robot teacher is better than no teacher at all. In some parts of the world, there aren't enough teachers and 9–16 per cent of children under the age of 14 don't go to school. That problem could be partly solved by robots because they can teach anywhere and won't get stressed, or tired, or move somewhere for an easier, higher-paid job.

Those negative aspects of teaching are something everyone agrees on. Teachers all over the world are leaving because it is a difficult job and they feel overworked. Perhaps the question is not 'Will robots replace teachers?' but 'How can robots help teachers?' Office workers can use software to do things like organise and answer emails, arrange meetings and update calendars. Teachers waste a lot of time doing non-teaching work, including more than 11 hours a week marking homework. If robots could cut the time teachers spend marking homework and writing reports, teachers would have more time and energy for the parts of the job humans do best.

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Submitted by Meisampt on Tue, 28/10/2025 - 20:16

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I prefer to have a real teacher, but we cannot escape from technology.

Now, with AI, everyone has a robot in their phone or laptop.

We can use AI as a teacher. For example, I correct my writing with AI, and similarly, many language students use AI as a conversation partner.

Submitted by vanessa. on Sat, 06/09/2025 - 01:00

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I don't agree with the question, because the bond that forms between two people is something innate to human beings, but I still consider robots important in the sense that they can provide support to teachers, so that teachers can reduce their academic load and get a little more rest, both cognitively and physically.

 

 

Submitted by Winnie0900 on Mon, 11/08/2025 - 21:03

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Would you like to have a robot as a teacher?

No, I wouldn't like to have a robot as a teacher because I strongly believe that human connection is important for enhancing learning; teachers can understand your problems and doubts in a way that a robot never will. 

  • I agree with you, because the bond that is generated between two people is something innate to human beings, but I still consider robots important in the sense that they can provide support to teachers, so that the teacher can reduce their academic load and can rest a little more on a cognitive and physical level.

Submitted by BryanMendezR. on Thu, 31/07/2025 - 16:17

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At this moment is a beautiful tool but as a teacher---- I don't think so --- Is not the same stuff and it is not imposible replace that area or job   

Submitted by luisfer1980 on Fri, 09/05/2025 - 02:08

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Would you like to have a robot as a teacher?
In some cases yes because they can solve quickly questions or doubts. Though I think that it's necessary to understand the people's emotions and feelings. In these cases I think the teachers can understand us much better.

Submitted by Oksana_tereshco on Mon, 24/03/2025 - 17:59

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For some routing work as a grammar repetition or pronunciation correction, yes, it could work. Also, I wouldn't be mind at all if a robot sent me interesting tests or articles to learn. At the same time, I feel more trust to the human teacher, but can't explain why. 

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Submitted by taqi602 on Sun, 23/02/2025 - 16:11

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It depends! A robot teacher could be great for subjects like math, coding, or language learning, where AI can provide instant feedback and personalized lessons. It would be available 24/7, never get tired, and could adapt lessons to my learning pace.

However, human teachers bring empathy, motivation, and creativity—things a robot might lack. Learning is not just about knowledge but also discussion, real-world experiences, and emotional support, which only a human teacher can provide.

So, I’d prefer a combination—a robot for practice and a human for guidance and inspiration!

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Submitted by Ghofran21 on Wed, 12/02/2025 - 16:38

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Actually I don't think so,I prefer a human teacher to mentir and teach me,it is not only about getting information but also I need a human teacher to empathize with me , appreciate my work and to support me,I reckon robots cannot do that.

Submitted by Paukzen on Sat, 16/11/2024 - 11:59

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I don't know if I really like it, but I wouldn't have a problem with it. Already now, I get most of the information and knowledge using Internet or AI.

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