Khan Academy's AI tool Khanmigo flags student distress to aid mental health interventions

Khan Academy's AI tool, Khanmigo, is being tested in 266 U.S. school districts to assist students with homework and writing. It encourages critical thinking by responding with questions and helps teachers create lesson plans and monitor student activity. A new feature allows Khanmigo to flag concerning student behavior, such as discussions of self-harm, alerting teachers for potential intervention. This oversight aims to provide a safety net for students experiencing emotional distress. While some students express concerns about privacy, Khan Academy assures that data will not be sold and will only be used internally. The tool is still being refined, with ongoing improvements expected.