Mathematics teachers critique ChatGPT-generated generative learning lessons for poor fit to students, boredom, preparation time, missing student-facing materials, mathematical flaws, and required materials¶

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Currency · newest study 2025 · checked against its sources 2026-10-16 (automated, 1 of 1 entry) · not reviewed by a person

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q2 i? Teachers' negative reflections on ChatGPT-generated generative learning lesson plans centered on fit to students, lack of engagement, preparation time, lack of handouts, mathematical flaws, and lesson materials they did not have. → Candace Walkington and Katie Bainbridge 2025

Evidence¶

Candace Walkington and Katie Bainbridge 2025¶

Candace Walkington and Katie Bainbridge. (2025). Mathematics Teachers' Use of Generative AI to Create Active Learning Experiences. https://socialinnovationsjournal.com/index.php/sij/article/view/9994

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Reflexive thematic analysis of the same 11 teachers' written responses (Table 2 themes); this quote illustrates the mathematical-flaws theme, and the surrounding text notes teachers found GenAI "too time-consuming or not efficient for their work process".

"One teacher commented specifically on the mathematical accuracy of ChatGPT’s output: “So I already see mathematical flaws with this. And this is why… I wouldn't ever rely on something like this because… I would have to fix it. So it's easier for me to just create it.”"

Discussion¶

Learner Variables¶

• Achievement Emotions — outcome: instruction changes it

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