Искусственный интеллект и когнитивные способности: упрощение или утрата навыков

Olesya N. Belyaeva

doi:10.25726/q4046-2714-5300-f

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Olesya N. Belyaeva Pacific State University, 680035, Russia, Khabarovsk, Tikhookeanskaya St., 136

DOI: 10.25726/q4046-2714-5300-f EDN: HMPHXC

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GOST Belyaeva O. N. Artificial intelligence and cognitive abilities: simplification or loss of skills // Education Management Review. 2026. Vol. 16. No. 8. P. 180-187. DOI: 10.25726/q4046-2714-5300-f

APA Belyaeva, O. N. (2026). Artificial intelligence and cognitive abilities: simplification or loss of skills. Education Management Review, 16(8), 180-187. https://doi.org/10.25726/q4046-2714-5300-f

Abstract

The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on human cognitive abilities is twofold: technologies can both enhance cognitive processes and create risks of skill loss through excessive use. This article examines the impact of artificial intelligence technologies on human cognitive abilities. It analyzes the main risks associated with transferring mental tasks to machines, including the weakening of independent thinking, memory impairment, and loss of professional intuition. The benefits of using AI as a tool to help students focus on creative and complex tasks are also explored. The impact of AI on cognitive abilities is perhaps the most important unanswered question of our time. There is no definitive answer because we are observing two parallel and opposing processes: cognitive enhancement and cognitive atrophy. The goal of this paper is to systematize the arguments regarding the impact of AI on cognitive skills and develop practical guidelines for preserving cognitive sovereignty. Key findings include: when properly integrated, AI develops critical thinking and metacognitive skills. Risks highlighted include cognitive load, unconscious delegation, and digital amnesia. Based on modern research and university experience, practical advice is offered for developing thinking skills in the AI era.

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artificial intelligence cognitive abilities critical thinking cognitive offloading neuroplasticity digital literacy metacognitive skills education

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The authors did not declare any external funding for this research.

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