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Trust and Safety
How does Beacon protect student data and privacy?
Beacon is designed to keep student information within the learning environment. Student conversations and activity are only shared with approved educators and tutors who support the student’s learning experience.
Read MoreIs AI tutoring safe for kids?
AI tutoring can be a safe and useful learning tool when it is designed specifically for students with appropriate safeguards and clear educational goals. Beacon is built for student learning and is intended to provide structured academic support rather than open-ended AI interaction.
Read MoreHow does Beacon adapt to a student’s learning level?
Beacon adjusts the support it provides based on how a student responds, offering additional explanation, guidance, or practice when needed. This helps students work through material at a pace that supports their understanding.
Read MoreHow does Beacon prevent cheating?
Beacon is designed to help students think through problems rather than simply hand them an answer. It uses guided questions, hints, and explanations to encourage students to work toward the solution themselves.
Read MoreCan AI tutors replace teachers?
No. AI tutors like Beacon are designed to support teachers, not replace them, by giving students additional help and practice when they need it.
Read MoreWhat’s the difference between an AI tutor and a human tutor?
An AI tutor offers on-demand support, practice, and step-by-step guidance, while a human tutor provides personalized instruction, real-time feedback, and encouragement tailored to the student. The best choice depends on your child’s needs, and many students benefit from using both.
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