The Challenge
Many non-technical business students struggled with programming and technical assignments, leading to frustration and disengagement.
Faculty expressed concerns about AI misuse, plagiarism, and unequal access to tools that could widen the learning gap.
The Solution
Babson integrated Answerr AI into its curriculum to ensure:
Fair access to multiple AI models
Automatic activity tracking for transparency
Guided AI collaboration that supports learning rather than replaces it
The Journey (2025)
Before Answerr: Most AI use focused on code generation (63%) with very little planning or design work (10%).
After Answerr: Students began using AI to plan, analyze, and reflect — planning prompts increased to 36%.
Average student AI interaction grew from 38 to 200 prompts, showing deeper, more strategic use of AI for higher-order thinking.
Results & Impact
Planning and critical thinking tripled (10% → 33%)
Confidence remained high (4.5/5) while frustration dropped
Students developed stronger AI collaboration and problem-solving skills
Faculty evolved from content delivery to AI-augmented coaching – positioning Babson as a leader in AI-integrated business education
What They Said
“Answerr showed me how to teach better AI collaboration. Students learn faster, and I see exactly how they develop critical thinking with AI assistance.”
– Prof. Nada Hashmi, Babson College
“Answerr AI helped me access the latest AI models with ease and taught me how to build AI assistants and agents. Highly recommended to all students.”
– Srilekha Reddy, MBA Babson ’25
Key Takeaway
By using Answerr AI, Babson transformed AI from a feared shortcut into a trusted learning companion — helping both students and faculty thrive in an AI-driven future.
