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Investing.com -- OpenAI launched a new "study mode" feature in ChatGPT on Tuesday, designed to help users work through problems step by step rather than simply providing answers.
The feature is now available to logged-in users on Free, Plus, Pro, and Team plans, with ChatGPT Edu users gaining access in the coming weeks.
Study mode was developed in collaboration with teachers, scientists, and pedagogy experts to support deeper learning through active participation, cognitive load management, metacognition development, curiosity fostering, and actionable feedback.
The new learning tool includes interactive prompts using Socratic questioning techniques, scaffolded responses that organize information into manageable sections, personalized support based on user skill level, knowledge checks with quizzes, and the flexibility to toggle the feature on or off during conversations.
"Instead of doing the work for them, study mode encourages students to think critically about their learning. Features like these are a positive step toward effective AI use for learning," said Robbie Torney, Senior Director of AI Programs at Common Sense Media.
College students who tested the feature described it as "a live, 24/7, all-knowing ’office hours’" and praised its ability to break down complex material into clear explanations.
OpenAI acknowledged that this initial version, powered by custom system instructions, may have some inconsistent behavior across conversations. The company plans to train these behaviors directly into its main models after gathering user feedback.
Future improvements may include clearer visualizations for complex concepts, goal setting capabilities, progress tracking across conversations, and deeper personalization based on individual skill levels and goals.
OpenAI is also collaborating with partners in its NextGenAI initiative and experts from Stanford University’s SCALE Initiative to study how AI tools influence learning outcomes.
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