As South Africa continues to try to adopt digital tools in education, it remains important for both learners and parents to critically evaluate the content they come across online. Students are now using devices like cell phones and tablets to access a wide range of information, including research materials. However, experts caution against accepting online information as fact without proper scrutiny. Felix Spies, the founder of SiyaFunda Educational Foundation emphasizes on the need to teach learners how to critically analyze digital content:

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Research further highlighted that, although each household has unique challenges and resources, parents must remain actively involved as parents and guardians have a key responsibility in overseeing their children's online activities.  According to research, the early childhood development, parental involvement plays a crucial role in literacy and overall academic success. The foundation says, the introduction of Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models into education offers both benefits and concerns. When used appropriately, AI can serve as a valuable tool for personalized learning. However, there are risks associated with AI misuse as some students might rely on AI to do their work for them, copying and pasting answers without engaging critically with the material. This undermines the learning process and discourages independent thought.

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