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2mo ago

Duolingo CEO Envisions AI Tutors Redefining Education and School Roles

Luis von Ahn predicts AI-driven instruction will outpace traditional teaching, shifting schools toward childcare-focused environments.

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Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn believes there's no subject a computer isn't suited to teaching.
Duolingo, an early adopter of AI in education, is already restructuring its operations to reflect this transformation.
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Overview

  • Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn has outlined a future where AI tutors become the primary educators, offering scalable and personalized learning solutions.
  • Schools are expected to transition away from formal teaching roles and instead serve as childcare and supervision hubs, according to von Ahn.
  • Early adoption of AI in education is already visible in South Korea, where 30% of schools have implemented AI-powered digital textbooks since March 2025.
  • Private institutions like Alpha School are piloting AI-centric models, where human guides focus on emotional and motivational support rather than traditional teaching tasks.
  • Von Ahn acknowledges significant regulatory, cultural, and infrastructural challenges to widespread AI adoption, emphasizing a gradual transition over time.