Jingyi Shi, Haobai Sun, Hou Shu, Weixiao Hu

Hou Shu

July 24, 2025

Generative artificial intelligence, Graduate education, Critical thinking, Cultivation pathway.

With the rapid development of generative artificial intelligence technologies represented by ChatGPT, the field of education is undergoing profound transformation. Against this backdrop, the cultivation of critical thinking among graduate students has become particularly important. This paper explores the interactive relationship between generative artificial intelligence and critical thinking, pointing out that while generative AI can support thinking training through personalized learning, it may also lead to cognitive laziness. The paper proposes constructing cultivation pathways from three dimensions: curriculum design, teaching methods, and evaluation systems. In response to issues such as insufficient teacher capacity, rapid technological iteration, and academic integrity, this paper suggests strengthening teacher training, designing flexible curricula, and establishing academic norms. Together, these measures provide both a theoretical framework and practical strategies for cultivating graduate students’ critical thinking in the age of artificial intelligence.

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