A new University of Massachusetts-Amherst study found that college students who were allowed to use artificial intelligence for a course were happier and more engaged in class than those who couldn't, though it didn't necessarily lead to better grades.

The study involved two economics classes that had the same assignments, lectures and exams. UMass said one class was encouraged to use AI tools like ChatGPT "with structured guidance and disclosure requirements," while the other was banned from using AI.

There was "no measurable effect" on test scores and grades, the study found, but those who were allowed to use AI "consistently reported higher satisfaction." Those students participated more in class and even found they preferred their own answers over ones that come from AI.

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