The study investigates how large language model (LLM) advisors affect complex problem‑solving in a simulated clothing‑factory setting. Two preregistered experiments (N=200 and N=198) found that participants with AI support reported higher confidence and understanding, expended less effort, and in some cases achieved better performance or avoided bankruptcy. Within the AI‑supported group, more frequent changes to the AI’s recommendations were linked to improved unaided performance and knowledge.
By Robin Welsch
arXiv:2608. 07494v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: AI tools like ChatGPT and DeepSeek, powered by Large Language Models (LLMs), allow users to obtain instant and effective content responses simply by typing requests, such as ``plan a three-day Vienna trip'', ``solve the attached mathematical problem'', ``draft an email to inquire review progress'', etc.
By Yiqun Zhang, Yunfan Zhang, Mingjie Zhao, Sen Feng, Yiu-ming Cheung
arXiv:2609.22249v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: This paper treats prompt engineering as a discipline for turning informal human intent into structured AI work specifications. It develops the practice...
By Erfan Loweimi, Hadi Daneshvar, Samira Loveymi, Samir Ouelha, Zhengjun Yue, Hajar Mozaffar, Saturnino Luz
arXiv:2608.22993v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Students increasingly use LLMs as tutors for coursework and problem solving. Little is known about the level of assistance LLMs provide when students u...
By Suhyeon Lee, Juneha Baek, Jaehyeong Park, Donghyuk Shin
The study examined the impact of expert‑verified AI‑generated study materials on first‑year university economics students. In a two‑cohort difference‑in‑differences design, half of the 170 students received podcasts, FAQs, and quiz‑based guides that were produced by a source‑grounded model and checked by a graduate teaching assistant. The intervention produced a 2.34‑mark advantage on a 50‑mark component, reduced the share of marks below the upper‑second classification boundary by 24.7 percentage points, and had the largest gains for students in the bottom quintile. Interviews with 36 students suggested that the verification label encouraged engagement while preserving critical scrutiny of the AI output.
By Canh Thien Dang, An Nguyen
arXiv:2607. 21306v1 Announce Type: cross Abstract: Large language models (LLMs) are increasingly used as tutors and thought partners, helping users reason through problems.
By Verona Teo, Raghav Jain, Tobias Gerstenberg, Max Kleiman-Weiner