The Rector warns against the overreliance on easily accessible technological tools—now advanced enough to generate entire essays for students—which undermines the ability of students at school as well as university level to learn, memorize, and recognize informational patterns. “The human brain is like a muscle that needs regular training. Education is not just about acquiring knowledge; it’s also about shaping cognitive abilities,” said the Rector, emphasizing the need for a thorough and comprehensive educational process.
Study programs at EHU place a strong emphasis on training in Humanities, offering space for experimentation and immersive learning experiences that are essential for developing analytical, creative, and decision-making skills.
You can find the full conversation on the website of Lietuvos rytas (in Lithuanian): https://www.lrytas.lt/lietuvosdiena/svietimas/2025/04/30/news/-permainos-jau-siuncia-ispejamuosius-zenklus-metas-sugrizti-prie-knygu-37645487