The big problem with AI is that it removes the need (or perceived need) to perform the task that AI is replacing. This means that using AI will gain you no skill or knowledge of that task, and the skills and knowledge in the task is the only way to verify if the AI is giving the correct output.

In short, AI is actively removing from it’s users the one thing needed for it to be used effectively.

I suspect it’s a bit of both.

We have plenty of evidence that states that practice is an excellent learning tool. We also know that AI removes the need for practising thinking by providing immediate answers for everything.

We also have evidence of students making the poor decision to cheat instead of learning, so it’s logical to assume the same type of student would turn to AI.